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Amazon‘s ambitious drone delivery program has hit serious turbulence in College Station, Texas, where unprecedented community resistance has collided with the e-commerce giant’s futuristic vision. This university town of approximately 125,000 residents has become ground zero for a showdown that…
The Oregon National Guard has integrated drone-delivered medical supplies into its combat medic training program at Camp Rilea, marking a new approach to battlefield medicine preparation. The 249th Regional Training Institute (RTI) medical detachment reportedly incorporated unmanned aerial systems for…
One of the primary purposes of this channel is to help those of you who are just learning about—or even struggling with—how to create really great videos with your drone. It doesn’t really matter which drone you have; all that…
Amazon Prime Air has entered a period of significant operational adjustment, combining temporary service suspensions in existing markets with continued expansion plans in new territories. The company’s drone delivery program, which has built safe and reliable services in multiple locations…
Amazon has suspended its Prime Air drone delivery operations in the United States following multiple crashes at its testing facility, marking another significant setback for the e-commerce giant’s ambitious drone delivery program. The suspension affects commercial operations in Texas and…
We have three drone news stories for you this week: a Florida man who shot down a drone and was fined, leaked photos of what may be a new DJI Enterprise controller, and the New Jersey drone hysteria getting out…
Wildlife experts have found a surprising new use for drones – scaring away grizzly bears from human settlements and livestock. In Montana, research shows drones are outperforming traditional hazing methods, with a remarkable 91% success rate in keeping bears away…
A drone operator from the Eugene Springfield Metro Drone Team played a crucial role in locating and rescuing a missing teenager in Eugene, Oregon, on Thursday night. The story was reported by KCBY. Late-Night Search Effort The Eugene Police Department…
So far this Wildfire season, aerial firefighting activities have faced the persistent nuisance of 21 “public drone incursions,” the National Interagency Fire Center reported. These incidents have predominantly occurred in the U.S. West, with five cases in California, three in…
A tragic accident on Interstate 5 in Linn County, Oregon, took a complicated turn when a civilian drone prevented a crucial Life Flight helicopter from reaching the scene. The incident, reported by WSFA 12 News, highlights the potential dangers of…
We have three stories for you this week: an assaulted drone pilot wins in court, Skydio releases a new update, and our yearly PSA about drone flying near wildfires. Let’s get to it! Drone Pilot Wins Court Case After Assault…
Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute is developing cutting-edge autonomous drones to aid Firefighters in combating wildfires, with a potential market launch as early as 2025, according to Technical.ly. These low-flying drones aim to provide real-time terrain and fire information, helping…
According to a recent report from the Hillsboro News Times, law enforcement in Beaverton, Oregon, successfully employed Drone Technology to apprehend an escaped prisoner from Washington state. The incident showcases the growing role of unmanned aerial vehicles in modern policing.…
A drone deployed by Tri-Cities officers made a chilling discovery in the home of Elias Huizar, a former policeman turned double-murder suspect, according to a report by the Tri-City Herald. The unmanned aircraft, used during a search of Huizar’s West…
An unauthorized drone flight has forced the suspension of aerial firefighting efforts against the Upper Applegate Fire in Jackson County, Oregon, report KTVZ. The incident highlights the growing challenge of drone interference in Wildfire suppression operations and recalls the region’s…
Aerial Drones Help Solve Missing Persons Cases In a remarkable breakthrough earlier this month, the remains of 27-year-old Gwen Brunelle, who went missing last June, were found in Malheur County, Oregon. This discovery was made possible by the innovative use…
The nearly year-long search for Gwen Brunelle, a 27-year-old Boise woman who went missing in June 2023, has come to a close. Thanks to the efforts of drones and a dedicated group of volunteers, her remains were reportedly found in…
Washington State, one of the earliest and largest adopters of law enforcement drones, is allocating additional funding for vehicle-tracking technologies, including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The Washington State Department of Commerce has reportedly set aside $1.43 million for proposals, with…
Drone Technology and Officer’s Keen Eye Lead to Arrest Gresham Police successfully arrested a 30-year-old man accused of driving a stolen vehicle, thanks to the combination of advanced Drone Technology and an observant officer. Michael Anthony Snyder Jr. was reportedly…
Drone Manhunt Ends in Arrest South of Bend In a dramatic night-time drone operation south of Bend, Oregon, law enforcement officials successfully apprehended a wanted man, showcasing the effective use of technology in modern policing. The incident unfolded late Monday…
In Ashland, Oregon, an innovative training program is bridging the gap between technology and public safety, demonstrating a forward-thinking approach to disaster response and law enforcement assistance. The National Guard, in collaboration with local and state agencies, has embarked on…
Drone Light Shows Instead Fireworks In a groundbreaking move, the city of Tigard, Oregon, is set to illuminate the summer sky not with the traditional bursts of fireworks, but with a choreographed display of 200 drones. This decision marks a…
Amazon’s Drone Dreams Hit Snag as Key Executive Cassidy Exits Prime Air, Sean Cassidy, the division’s head of safety, flight operations, and regulatory affairs, has reportedly left the company in a significant development within Amazon‘s ambitious drone delivery unit. This…
Weekly UAS News Update: Highlights and Key Takeaways Welcome to this week’s UAS news update. We have four important stories to discuss, touching on everything from new technology rollouts to the shifting strategies of major players in the drone market.…
In a significant development, Amazon‘s ambitious drone delivery project, Prime Air, has seen the departure of two pivotal figures. Jim Mullin, the chief pilot, and Robert Dreer, in charge of all test operations, have left the program. This move comes…
In an effort to combat the increasing threat of wildfires, Portugal has brought to the fore an innovative approach – a firefighting drone capable of dousing flames from above. The pioneering technology was put through a trial run in May,…
In Eugene, Oregon, multiple Police units came together to apprehend Alexander Phillip Konnoff, 30, at his Amirante Street residence on May 17, 2023. At 5:59 p.m., the Eugene Police Street Crimes Unit, SWAT, Drone Team, K9, Crisis Negotiation Team, Metro…
A new Arkansas law, Act 525 of 2023, prohibits law enforcement agencies from purchasing small drones from “covered foreign entities,” such as DJI drones, starting in 2027. According to Act 525 of 2023, a “covered foreign entity” is defined as…
The Portland Police Bureau (PPB) has received the green light to launch an $80,000 drone program to enhance surveillance capabilities in various situations. However, critics fear potential civil rights violations due to the program. The Portland City Council has approved…
This week in drone news, we have four stories for you. The first one is a big one: Oregon has named a new Aviation Director, and he’s a good one. We’ll talk about Florida public safety pushing back against the…
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