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DJI is preparing to launch the DJI Osmo Nano, a completely new compact camera, as revealed by recent FCC filings and insights from DroneXL’s in-house DJI specialist, Jasper Ellens. This innovative device, spotted in regulatory documents, marks DJI’s latest venture into the action camera market, targeting creators, athletes, and drone enthusiasts with a fresh design…
Recent leaked photos have given the first in-depth glimpse of the DJI Mini 5 Pro's radio communication and antenna systems, presenting vital
Rocky Mountain UAV uses drones to assess wildfire risk in Aurora, CO—helping homeowners prevent fire damage with aerial inspections and
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have three stories for you this week: a swimmer rescued by a fisherman and his drone, Kyle Nordfors receiving a prestigious award, and Pierce Aerospace partnering with MITRE for Remote ID research. Let’s dive in. Drone Saves Swimmer in Florida First up, a heartwarming “drones for good”…
On May 22, 2025, the Aurora City Council greenlighted a resolution to collaborate with federal authorities in tackling drone threats near Buckley Space Force Base, a critical hub for national defense operations. This agreement, detailed in a report by The Sentinel, aims to bolster airspace security by addressing unauthorized unmanned aerial systems (UAS) incursions, a…
The DJI Mavic 4 Pro is here. It’s sleek, it’s powerful, and it’s arguably the most advanced consumer drone DJI has ever released. But if you’re in the United States, you’ve probably already realized something: you can’t buy it. After reading this, I hope you’ll have a better understanding of why that is. Limited Purchase…
NASA has selected two university teams to develop drone technologies tackling real-world aviation challenges, focusing on hurricane relief and securing air traffic systems against cyber threats. Funded through NASA’s University Student Research Challenge (USRC), each team receives up to $80,000 to advance aeronautics research with practical applications for drone professionals and the aviation ind
A 19-year-old former Michigan Army National Guard member, Ammar Abdulmajid-Mohamed Said, was arrested on May 13, 2025, for plotting a mass shooting at a U.S. military base in Warren, Michigan, using a drone for reconnaissance, according to a Justice Department press release. The incident raises critical questions about drone misuse and the need for enhanced…
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