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Department of Justice

Federal Agencies Seek Expanded Counter-Drone Powers as Border Incidents Surge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection documented a staggering 45,000 drone detections along the southwest border in 2023, with approximately 2,500 unauthorized incursions into U.S. airspace, highlighting the urgent need for expanded counter-UAS authorities. The revelations came during a critical House Homeland Security joint subcommittee hearing where federal officials pressed Congress for broader po

Haye KestelooDec 15

FAA

Trump Demands Action on Mystery Drone Sightings as Federal Authorities Find No Threats

Recent drone sightings across New York and New Jersey have sparked political controversy, even as federal authorities maintain there is no evidence of security threats. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been forced to implement temporary flight restrictions around sensitive areas, including Picatinny Arsenal military base and Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, as investigations conti

Haye KestelooDec 15

Department of Homeland Security

Mystery Drone Activity Over New Jersey Exposes Gap in Counter-UAS Capabilities

A wave of unidentified drone sightings across New Jersey has exposed significant challenges in detecting and identifying unauthorized drone operations, raising questions about the effectiveness of current counter-UAS systems. Reports began emerging the day after Thanksgiving, with residents across the state describing formations of up to 15 aircraft displaying characteristic drone flight patterns

Haye KestelooDec 14

Department of Homeland Security

New Jersey Christmas Drone Mystery The Most Logical Explanation

Apparently a lot of you want to know my opinion on the recent drone mystery in New Jersey, and some of you are getting just a little bit aggressive

Russ 51 DronesDec 14

White House

Mystery Drone Sightings Prompt Investigation Across NY-NJ Region, Officials Say No Immediate Threat

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced an investigation into multiple drone sightings across New York and New Jersey on Friday, though federal authorities maintain the aerial objects pose no immediate security risk. Initial Sightings Near Military Installation The mysterious appearances first began in mid-November when personnel at the Picatinny Arsenal, an Army facility in Morris…

Haye KestelooDec 13

FAA

Small Drone Crashes in New Jersey Backyard Amid Ongoing Mystery Sightings

A recreational drone crashed into a residential backyard in Pequannock Township, New Jersey, on Thursday evening, adding another layer to the...

Haye KestelooDec 13

Legal

NDAA Update, Agri Spray and EAVision Release Spray Drone, Mini 5 Leaks

We have three key stories for you this week: an NDAA update, Agri Spray and EAVision’s release of the J100 spray drone, and Mini 5 leaks.

Greg ReverdiauDec 13

New Jersey

Multiple Drones Breach Airspace Over Naval Weapons Station Earle in New Jersey

Officials at Naval Weapons Station Earle in Colts Neck, New Jersey, confirmed multiple instances of unidentified drones entering their restricted airspace, further escalating concerns over a wave of drone activity in the region. While authorities stress that no direct threats have been identified, calls for federal action are growing as sightings persist, reports ABC News.…

Haye KestelooDec 13

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