The Drones, Robotics, and AI Summit 2025, held today, at the Rockefeller Center in New York City, brought together over 300 industry leaders to explore the future of autonomous systems. Organized by Oliver Mitchell of ff Venture Capital (ffVC), in…
On March 3, 2025, the Drone Industry lost a giant. Romeo Durscher, a Swiss-born pioneer who helped transform drones into life-saving tools for public safety and humanitarian good, passed away after a months-long battle with cancer. It is hard to…
A proposed Missouri law aiming to ban law enforcement from purchasing drones manufactured in China, such as DJI drones, has stirred controversy in the state capital. Senate Bill 296 (SB 296), introduced by Sen. Rick Brattin (R-Harrisonville), seeks to address…
On February 25, 2025, the Newport Beach City Council unanimously approved a five-year, $2,176,037.60 contract with BRINC Drones Inc. to launch an advanced drone program for the city’s Police department. This move marks a significant step toward integrating cutting-edge unmanned…
On February 27, 2025, DJI unveiled its latest enterprise offering, the DJI Dock 3, marking the company’s first foray into a “Drone in a Box” system that can be mounted on vehicles. Paired with the new Matrice 4D and 4TD…
A medical helicopter rescue operation in Orangefield, Texas was impeded by a rogue drone, delaying emergency transport for a three-year-old drowning victim, according to Orange County EDS #2 Assistant Fire Chief Joshua Taylor. The incident occurred around 4:20 PM Sunday…
In a precedent-setting case highlighting the serious consequences of unauthorized drone operations during emergency response situations, a Culver City resident is scheduled to plead guilty Wednesday to federal charges after his drone collided with and damaged a firefighting aircraft during…
DJI, the world’s largest drone manufacturer, has provided a detailed explanation for its recent decision to remove geofencing restrictions from its drones, including those preventing flight near sensitive areas like the White House, in an interview with The Verge. The…
This is DJI’s latest enterprise flagship, the Matrice 4T, and it comes with four different cameras: a wide-angle camera, a 3× optical zoom, a 7× optical zoom, and a thermal camera for nighttime operations, Search and Rescue, and more. It…
The Department of Commerce is asking drone pilots to educate them on drone operations. Who better to do this than you, the drone pilots? If some industry groups have their way, this could lead to restrictions on which drones you…
Welcome to your Weekly UAS News update. We have four stories for you this week: a drone operator charged for hitting the Super Scooper, Unusual Machine to acquire Aloft, a YouTuber’s plea deal, and numerous new drone bills in state…
A 56-year-old Culver City resident has agreed to plead guilty to federal charges after his drone struck and damaged a firefighting aircraft during the recent Palisades Fire. The incident resulted in temporary grounding of critical firefighting operations and substantial damage…
NASA has completed testing of a new drone airspace management system designed to enhance Wildfire response operations. The Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) project, in collaboration with AirSpace Integration (ASI), evaluated the Portable Airspace Management System (PAMS) at…
Welcome to your Weekly UAS News Update! We have four stories for you this week: DJI Geofencing, DJI Flip vlog drone, a drone that hit an airplane, a New York man’s arrest (you’ll find out why), and lastly, a bill…
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has escalated its investigation into a serious Drone Incident that occurred during firefighting operations at the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles County, with agents now canvassing high-profile neighborhoods for evidence. The collision between an unauthorized…
The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department has arrested two individuals for flying unauthorized drones in areas affected by the Eaton Fire, according to Captain Jabari Williams, reports Deadline. The arrests mark a significant enforcement action as authorities crack down on drone…
A Super Scooper firefighting aircraft sustained damage after colliding with a civilian drone while combating the Palisades Fire northwest of Los Angeles on Thursday, highlighting the growing dangers of unauthorized drone operations in emergency response zones. The Federal Aviation Administration…
A firefighting Super Scooper aircraft suffered wing damage after colliding with an unauthorized drone during critical operations over the Palisades fire in Los Angeles on Thursday, marking a serious escalation in drone interference with emergency response efforts. The incident forced…
Drone imagery startup Spexi has raised $11.5 million in Series A funding to expand its network of pilots capturing ultra-high-resolution aerial data. Led by Blockchange Ventures, the funding validates Spexi’s innovative approach to building a standardized global imagery database that…
Multiple unauthorized drones were reported flying over the U.S. Army’s Picatinny Arsenal and surrounding areas in Morris County, New Jersey, on November 18, 2024, triggering a coordinated response from military, state, and federal authorities. The incident has sparked significant concern…
The Volanti drone, an advanced VTOL UAV from Australian manufacturer Carbonix, just cleared a major regulatory hurdle in the United States. The company secured a nationwide waiver for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations in uncontrolled airspace across America…
New York State Police drones continue to play a vital role in the ongoing battle against the Jennings Creek Wildfire, which has now consumed 5,300 acres along the New York-New Jersey border. The fire, which initially challenged responders with only…
In the wake of Spain‘s deadliest floods in decades, drones are proving to be crucial tools in the ongoing Search and Rescue efforts. The Guardia Civil is using drones equipped with spotlights to continue the search for missing persons through…
Dryad Networks, an innovative German IoT company, has secured €6.3 million ($6.7 million) in fresh funding to revolutionize Wildfire management with an autonomous drone system. The tech startup, which has been making waves in the environmental protection sector, announced its…
Romeo Durscher, a trailblazer in drone and mobile robotics technology, has received the Golden Medal from the Estonian Chamber of Commerce in Switzerland. This prestigious award recognizes his groundbreaking work in the industry and his efforts to foster innovation and…
The Tribal Lands Department recently showcased its latest tool in environmental management: a large, powerful agricultural DJI drone. This new addition to their arsenal was reportedly unveiled at a demonstration following the department’s quarterly meeting on October 4, drawing attention…
Cathy Cahill, Ph.D., is at the helm of a cutting-edge drone program at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) that’s pushing the boundaries of unmanned aircraft technology. As reported by the Fairbanks Daily News Miner, Cahill leads the Alaska Center…
Hawaiian Electric is taking to the skies with Drone Technology to enhance its Wildfire safety strategy. The utility company is using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to inspect electrical infrastructure in areas at risk of wildfire across the Big Island, Maui,…
Weekly UAS News Update We have four stories this week: Let’s get to it! GAO Report on Foreign-Made Drones The Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report on the Department of Interior’s (DOI) stance on foreign drones. Currently, the DOI…
In an extraordinary display of community spirit and technological ingenuity, farmers in western North Carolina have emerged as unexpected heroes in the wake of Hurricane Helene’s destructive path. As reported by AgWeb, these quick-thinking agriculturists swiftly repurposed their high-tech farming…
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