TSA Launches New Era of Drone Watch at San Francisco International

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For the first time in history, TSA used an agency-owned, small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) to test the threat of drones over San Francisco International Airport (SFO). This achievement was thanks to the efforts of TSA’s Law Enforcement/Federal Air Marshal Service (LE/FAMS) UAS Assessments Unit, which was established to oversee the agency’s role in protecting […]

California Startup Wins $100M US Air Force Drone Contract

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The US Air Force has awarded Firestorm Labs a $100-million contract for its small unmanned aerial systems. The project calls for the California-based company to deliver its flagship drones, associated support services, and research and development work for multiple applications. Firestorm currently offers the Tempest 50, a platform manufactured through the use of proprietary 3D […]

Russia Deploys BAS-200 Drones to Support Arctic Icebreaker Operations

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According to a PR published by Rostec the BAS-200 unmanned helicopter system, developed by Holding “Russian Helicopters,” part of Rostec State Corporation, is being adapted to enhance operations in the Arctic. Designed for ship-based missions, the BAS-200 is set to play a pivotal role in supporting icebreakers navigating the challenging Arctic Ocean. The Arctic region […]

Bird-Inspired Drone Can Jump for Take-Off

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EPFL researchers have built a drone that can walk, hop, and jump into flight with the aid of birdlike legs, greatly expanding the range of potential environments accessible to unmanned aerial vehicles. “As the crow flies” is a common idiom referring to the shortest distance between two points, but the Laboratory of Intelligent Systems (LIS), […]

North Koreans Soldiers Evict Russians to Hide from Drones

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Soldiers from North Korea, fighting in the Kursk region of Russia, are driving residents out of their homes to take shelter and hide from Ukrainian drones, said a Ukrainian activist group, amid reports of increasing casualties among the North Koreans from drone strikes. Ukraine says North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russian forces in Kursk are […]

Drones Enhance Fisheries Surveillance in Maharashtra

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Cutting-Edge UAV Technology Strengthens Marine Resource Protection The Department of Fisheries in Maharashtra has launched an innovative fisheries surveillance project, marking the first drone-based enforcement initiative of its kind in India. Collaborating with ideaForge Technology Limited and Schnell Drone Technologies Ltd., the project leverages advanced UAV technology to monitor and protect the state’s marine resources […]

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Tulip Tech Opens US Offices Amid Growing Drone Battery Crisis

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European-American Innovation Addresses Drone Battery Supply Chain Challenges As the United States faces a critical shortage of drone batteries driven by rising tensions with China, a European-American collaboration offers a promising solution. Tulip Tech, a European-based company specializing in high-performance drone batteries, has announced the opening of its new US offices. The launch event, held […]

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AVSS Launches PRS-M4S for DJI Matrice 4 Series: See How it Works!

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New Parachute Recovery System Supports Regulatory Compliance for Flying Over People AVSS Introduces the PRS-M4S AVSS – Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions Inc. (AVSS) has announced the launch of its PRS-M4S Parachute Recovery System, designed for the newly unveiled DJI Matrice 4 Series. This product offers compatibility with both the DJI Matrice 4 Enterprise and DJI […]

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Flying Lion Achieves Milestone: Over 50,000 Drone as First Responder Flights Completed

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Expanding Drone Technology Enhances Safety for Communities and First Responders All images credit Flying Lion, used with permission. Flying Lion, Inc., a leading drone service provider, has announced a major achievement in Drone as First Responder (DFR) operations. By the end of 2024, the company successfully completed 55,773 DFR flights, with more than 35,000 conducted […]

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DJI Introduces Matrice 4 Series: Advanced Tools for Enterprise Drone Operations

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New Drones Enhance Mapping, Inspection, and Public Safety with AI Capabilities DJI has unveiled the Matrice 4 Series enterprise drones, featuring cutting-edge sensors, AI-powered tools, and a suite of capabilities aimed at improving aerial operations across various industries. The launch highlights DJI’s ongoing innovation in drone technology, even as the U.S. government continues efforts to […]

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