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DJI Rebuts Accusations of ‘Cloning’ Drones to Evade US Bans
DJI, the world’s largest consumer drone manufacturer, is vigorously defending itself against allegations that it’s selling “cloned” products through other companies to bypass U.S. federal bans. The Chinese firm addressed these claims in a detailed blog post, responding to concerns…
Drone Ban Update, Anzu Investigation, $300K FAA Fines, Best Buy DJI Neo Leaks
Welcome to Your Weekly UAS News Update We have five stories for you this week. Yes, this is going to be a bit of a long one. We have updated Countering CCP Drones Act language, two of them actually. We…
Reckless Drone Pilot Fined for Flying at Extreme Heights Near RAF Base
A man in the United Kingdom has been fined and his drone equipment ordered destroyed after pleading guilty to multiple offenses involving dangerously high drone flights. Thomas Ling, 34, of Brothertoft, admitted to four charges at Boston Magistrates Court on…
Portland Police Bureau Seeks to Expand Drone Program for Enhanced Public Safety
The Portland Police Bureau (PPB) is requesting approval from the Portland City Council to expand its drone program, aiming to enhance public safety and operational efficiency across all precincts and patrol shifts, according to KOIN. $98,000 Investment for Equipment and…
Lawmakers Target DJI’s Alleged US Drone Loophole Through Anzu Robotics
U.S. lawmakers are sounding the alarm over what they perceive as a potential security threat from Chinese drone manufacturer DJI. The company is accused of using an unusual licensing agreement to sidestep restrictions on its products in the American market.…
FAA Cracks Down on Drone Violations with $341,413 in Proposed Penalties
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is taking a tough stance on unsafe and unauthorized drone operations, proposing $341,413 in civil penalties against 27 individuals for violating federal regulations. This enforcement action, covering the period from October 2022 to June 2024,…
Drone Technology Revolutionizes Crop Spraying at Historic Alabama Farm
Peinhardt Living History Farm in Cullman, Alabama, has embraced cutting-edge drone technology for crop protection, partnering with Sky Spray, a new local business according to The Cullman Times. High-Tech Solution for Traditional Agriculture Sky Spray, co-founded by retired Assistant Cullman…
DJI Rumored to Enter Mirrorless Camera Market in September
DJI, the leading drone manufacturer, may be gearing up to shake up the mirrorless camera industry with a potential new product launch in September, according to recent rumors. While details remain speculative, this move could represent a significant shift in…
Small Drone Makers Face Major Hurdles in Remote ID Compliance
The drone industry is at a crossroads as small and mid-size manufacturers grapple with the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Standard Remote ID (SRID) regulations. A comprehensive report from the Drone Advisory Council sheds light on the significant challenges these companies…
Pentagon’s ‘Drone Hellscape’ Strategy to Defend Taiwan
The U.S. Defense Department has developed a grand strategy to protect Taiwan from a potential Chinese military offensive, centered around flooding the area with thousands of drones. This plan, described as creating an “unmanned hellscape,” aims to delay a Chinese…
DJI Neo Drone Launch: Doubt Creeps in as August 20 Nears
The drone community is buzzing with speculation about the DJI Neo drone’s launch, initially expected on August 20, according to Igor Bogdanov (Quadro_News). However, as the date approaches without any official teasers from DJI, industry insiders are beginning to question…
DJI Mavic 3E gets CAT 2, Serious Drone Injury, Aloft LAANC Onboarding, & DJI Neo
Welcome to Your Weekly UAS News Update We have four stories for you this week: the Mavic 3 Enterprise gets Category 2 approval, which is a big deal; a Part 107 serious injury, we’ll talk about the details; Aloft completes…