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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…
On March 17, 2025, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that a new long-range drone successfully completed a 3,000-kilometer (1,864-mile) test flight, marking a significant advancement in Ukraine‘s unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capabilities. Reported by the Kyiv Independent, this milestone underscores…
The UK has partnered with US-based company Anduril to supply advanced attack drones to Ukraine, bolstering its defense capabilities against Russian aggression in the Black Sea. This $40M (£30M) agreement, announced by the UK Ministry of Defence via a post…
A recently surfaced Russian military drone piloting manual, shared by Samuel Bendett from the Center for Naval Analyses on LinkedIn, offers a unique perspective on learning to fly drones with a blend of technical guidance and humorous analogies. The comic-style…
As the United States withdraws military aid from Ukraine amid political friction, Kherson’s governor, Oleksandr Prokudin, has issued a dire warning about the future of warfare. In an interview with The Independent, Prokudin highlights how Russia‘s technological advancements in drones…
Earlier today, a new image of the yet-to-be released DJI Matrice 400A has shown up online for the first time, giving us a look at the company’s Matrice 600 replacement. DJI Matrice 400A image The image, courtesy of Russian drone…
On February 24, 2025, Ukraine showcased an impressive lineup of domestically produced unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and First Person View (FPV) drones at the Support Ukraine Summit in Kyiv, a gathering marking three years since Russia‘s full-scale invasion. As reported…
On the eve of the third anniversary of Russia‘s invasion of Ukraine, a significant Ukrainian drone attack struck the Ryazan oil refinery southeast of Moscow, igniting a fire and raising questions about the resilience of Russia’s energy infrastructure. As reported…
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…
Russian forces executed their most extensive coordinated Drone Strike of the year against Ukrainian cities, deploying a combined force of Shahed drones and Iskander-M ballistic missiles mere hours after former President Trump’s conversation with Vladimir Putin, according to Ukrainian Air…
Advanced unidentified drones have repeatedly penetrated restricted airspace over a German military facility where Ukrainian troops receive critical Patriot air defense training, exposing significant vulnerabilities in counter-drone capabilities. The incidents at the Luftwaffe’s Schwesing base have triggered an espionage investigation…
Russian authorities are reportedly investigating an alleged plot involving FPV (First Person View) goggles rigged with explosives, according to Russian military-affiliated sources. The devices were allegedly designed to detonate when powered on by drone operators. The incident bears similarities to…
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…
NATO Countries are scrambling to develop and acquire drones capable of operating in the harsh Arctic environment, as mounting geopolitical tensions and increased Russian and Chinese activity in the region highlight significant technological gaps in Western drone capabilities. The urgency…
Ukraine‘s 14th Unmanned Aerial Systems Regiment has granted unprecedented access to their long-range drone operations, revealing domestically produced unmanned aircraft capable of striking targets up to 1,240 miles behind enemy lines. According to an exclusive Reuters report, these strategic assets…
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…
In a significant demonstration of Ukraine‘s expanding drone warfare capabilities, Ukrainian forces conducted one of their largest coordinated drone attacks to date, targeting critical Russian oil infrastructure and military production facilities. According to reports from Ukrainian officials and Russian military…
Russian air defense systems intercepted multiple waves of drone attacks across several regions, including four separate locations around Moscow, highlighting the growing challenges of urban air defense against unmanned aerial systems. According to Reuters, the incidents led to temporary suspensions…
Images of Russia‘s latest FPV drone have surfaced online through Telegram, showcasing a unique feature, instead of a standard camera package, it comes equipped with a 4G trail camera for remote monitoring and data capture. The flying trail cam Shared…
In a significant shift in the global Drone Industry landscape, Taiwan is positioning itself as a crucial alternative to China‘s dominance in drone component manufacturing, though the transition faces substantial hurdles and geopolitical risks, reports the WSJ. Taiwan’s government has…
In a significant development for military drone deployment, the Drone Capability Coalition has announced contracts worth $57.2 million to supply 30,000 first-person view (FPV) drones to Ukraine‘s armed forces. This initiative, co-led by the United Kingdom and Latvia, represents one…
Ukraine has deployed an innovative and cost-effective drone warfare strategy, utilizing a fleet of heavy bomber drones that are proving remarkably effective against Russian forces, according to a recent Forbes report. These unmanned aerial vehicles, nicknamed “Baba Yagas” by Russian…
The Biden administration has declassified details about its extensive support for Ukraine‘s military Drone Industry, revealing a sophisticated program that has fundamentally transformed modern warfare. According to information released by U.S. officials, this strategic initiative includes investments totaling $2.3 billion…
Late last year Ukraine shared that its drone shop or unmanned surface vehicle (USV) took down a Russian helicopter, releasing footage of what appears to be an ocean take down. The footage, shared by the Associated Press was released on…
Sweden is rapidly advancing its autonomous drone swarm capabilities through a strategic partnership between the Swedish Armed Forces and defense giant Saab, marking a significant technological leap as the country integrates into NATO, reports Reuters. This development comes at a…
Latvia’s defense industry is ramping up its drone support for Ukraine, with Defense Minister Andris Spruds announcing on December 28, 2024, that over 1,000 combat drones are being prepared for immediate transfer to Kyiv. This latest commitment is part of…
China‘s Commerce Ministry issued a sharp rebuke to U.S. investigations into potential security risks posed by Chinese drone systems, calling the probe “extremely irresponsible” and demanding an immediate halt to what it termed “erroneous practices.” The statement comes in response…
Welcome to your Weekly UAS News Update. We have three stories for you: first up, the Department of Commerce has released an advanced notice NPRM, more drone show troubles, and more DJI Flip leaks. Department of Commerce Advanced Notice NPRM…
A Moscow court has ordered Yandex, Russia‘s leading search engine, to remove detailed maps and images of a strategic oil refinery following multiple drone attacks that have damaged infrastructure and injured workers. The ruling reflects growing concerns about openly available…
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