China Drones: Chinese UAV manufacturers, DJI, domestic regulations, export policies, and the growing influence of Chinese-made drones in global markets.
What began as a Chinese boy’s dream to simplify flying helicopters in the 1990s spiraled into DJI, a global drone empire that reshaped aerial photography, surveillance, and modern warfare. From a forgotten 2005 customs bust in Japan to the battlefields…
Today, I received some very exciting messages about the DJI Mavic 4 Pro. Two little birds flew by and told me they had ‘certain information’ about the release date, 7 key features including camera lens specifications and the official price…
Buckle up for a no-holds-barred dive into the wild world of drones with hosts Bobby Ouyang (SkyeBrowse) and Luis Figueiredo, joined by search-and-rescue ace Kyle Nordfors (Weber County SAR), in the latest episode of their fifth season. This trio doesn’t…
A research team from China has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in Drone Technology, successfully flying a hexacopter UAV in temperatures as low as -32.8°F (-36°C) using an advanced lithium battery. Developed by the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (DICP), a…
On Friday, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is gearing up to propose rules expanding drone use for deliveries and other services, a potential turning point for the U.S. Drone Industry. Speaking after touring…
While we are all waiting on the official specifications from the DJI Mavic 4, or at least a glimpse of an announcement on a webshop, my friend Mauro Tandoi gave me a heads up to check something interesting on Tiktok.…
New images of the ‘cancelled’ DJI RC Track revealed exciting specifications for DJI Airs 3S and DJI Mini 4 Pro users. The beacon will be backwards compatible to both drones with OcuSync 4.0 (Now O4). This is the last of…
Why would DJI cancel a leaked product weeks before launch? Short answer: some things happend, they decided to pull it, but will push it as a DJI Mavic 4 feature. In this series I’ll explain everything secret about the DJI…
With the DJI Air 3S there was supposed to be a long awaited DJI RC Track coming out. But on launch day it wasn’t there. What happened? Why did DJI cancel it and when will it return? In a series…
At Skydio’s recent Elevate FY26 employee conference in New York, the U.S.-based drone startup handed out an unusual piece of company swag: Nike-branded socks emblazoned with the phrase “DON’T F*CK WITH SKYDIO” in bold, blue capital letters. Far from the…
Skydio, a prominent U.S. drone manufacturer known for its advocacy against Chinese-made drones due to alleged Data Security risks, is now under scrutiny for a marketing campaign targeting law enforcement agencies. According to allegations from sources, including a Police sergeant…
Tiktok dropping loads of DJI leaks, a new exclusive front view image of the DJI Mavic 4 Pro here today and a lot of empty shells found in China. After almost two months of waiting in silence, the wheels are…
The Law Enforcement Drone Association (LEDA) has issued a strong rebuttal to the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) following an opinion piece by AUVSI President and CEO Michael Robbins, published on DroneLife on February 24, 2025. In a…
The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) is redirecting its focus toward drone technology and counter-drone systems as part of a significant budget reshuffle, moving approximately $50 billion from legacy programs to new priorities. This shift, detailed in a recent Business…
North Dakota is poised to solidify its leadership in the Drone Industry with a newly approved $11 million appropriation aimed at integrating its Vantis unmanned aerial system (UAS) with the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Pathfinder radar program. This development, detailed…
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…
Exciting developments in the verification of rumored DJI Mavic 4 Pro specifications. Some days ago my Chinese friend YueYue –who you all know by now– send me a video showing the screen of a DJI Mavic 4 Pro controller. The…
A good Chinese friend of mine named YueYue got his hands on what appears to be the final product image of the DJI Mavic 4 Pro. The high resolution image of the upcoming DJI drone with dark grey background, displays…
Welcome to your Weekly UAS News Update! We have four stories for you this week: DJI launches a new Dock 3 and a new drone, Connecticut‘s emergency bill banning Chinese drones, your last chance to submit comments to the Department…
Skydio, America’s leading drone manufacturer, has released an essential software update for its X10 drone series to address a rare power-related issue, as outlined in their January 31, 2025 operator notice. This update, detailed in a concise video guide, brings…
In a striking revelation from Danish television network TV 2, at least 71 municipalities across Denmark are operating a fleet of 223 drones manufactured by Chinese firm Da Jiang Innovations (DJI), a company blacklisted by U.S. authorities over national security…
In a significant advancement for Drone Technology, MIT researchers have developed MiFly, a groundbreaking system that enables drones to navigate autonomously in indoor, low-visibility environments using radio frequency (RF) waves. Announced by MIT News, this innovation tackles a longstanding challenge…
In a significant development for autonomous maritime systems, defense technology company Saronic has announced an ambitious program to revitalize American shipbuilding through large-scale autonomous vessel production. The initiative includes the construction of Port Alpha, a next-generation shipyard dedicated to autonomous…
Hong Kong’s Buildings Department has successfully deployed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to inspect 157 aging buildings in 2024, dramatically reducing inspection times compared to traditional methods, according to a report from the South China Morning Post. The department currently operates…
Georgia Lawmakers Push Drone Regulations, Targeting Chinese Manufacturers and Public Safety Georgia lawmakers are advancing comprehensive drone regulations through multiple bills, with bipartisan support focusing on national security and public safety concerns, according to state legislative documents. The measures would…
China has emerged as the primary channel for Western technology reaching Russia‘s military drone program, with approximately 80% of critical components now flowing through Chinese supply chains, according to a comprehensive national security report released Wednesday by Estonia’s foreign intelligence…
The regulatory storm surrounding DJI drones in the U.S. shows no signs of clearing, and Vice President JD Vance’s recent comments at the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris only reinforce the broader momentum against Chinese-made tech. While Vance did…
NewSpace Research and Technologies has revealed its latest military drone platform at Aeroindia 2025, marking India‘s ongoing development in naval unmanned combat aircraft. The “Abhimanyu” drone, designed as a loyal wingman system, represents the foundation for India’s Naval Collaborative Combat…
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…
We have four stories for you this week: the NTSB preliminary report on the drone show accident in Orlando, a regulatory freeze – that’s an important thing, a possible DJI release list for 2025, and lastly, a new drone bill…
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