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Drone Pilots Gain Access to Over 200 Iconic Scottish Sites for ‘Once in a Lifetime’ Flights

New platform allows drone operators to capture footage from famous Scottish landmarks Drone operators now have a unique opportunity to fly their drones over some of Scotland’s most iconic historic landmarks. Stirling Castle, the childhood home of Mary Queen of Scots, is just one of over 200 sites managed by Historic Environment Scotland (HES) where […]

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Harnessing AI and Machine Learning for Advanced Drone Mitigation: Dedrone on the Drone Radio Show!

On this episode of the Drone Radio Show, Mary-Lou Smulders, Chief Marketing Officer at Dedrone, talks with host Randy Goers about the company, and the role of AI and Machine Learning in creating an effective drone mitigation system.  Listen here: Drone Radio Show · Harnessing AI & Machine Learning for Advanced Drone Mitigation: Mary-Lou Smulders, […]

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Drone-Based Echo Sounder Locates Sunken Boat in Ecuador

Innovative Use of Drone Technology Overcomes Logistical Challenges in Search Operation In a recent operation, a drone equipped with a Single-Beam Echo Sounder (SBES) located a sunken boat in the remote Laguna San Pablo, Ecuador. The mission demonstrated how resourceful thinking can help overcome technological limitations and environmental challenges. Background of the Search In July […]

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SkyWash Drones Licenses Apellix Power Wash Drone for UK Operations

New Technology Enhances Exterior Cleaning with Increased Safety and Efficiency SkyWash Drones has announced that they have secured licensing to operate the Apellix Power Wash Drone for commercial exterior cleaning across the UK. This development marks an important step in their ongoing efforts to transform the exterior cleaning industry by providing safer, faster, and more […]

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FlytBase and gNext Announce Partnership to Enhance Asset Inspections

Collaboration Aims to Streamline Infrastructure Inspections with Drone Autonomy and AI-Powered Defect Detection FlytBase, a drone autonomy software provider, has announced a partnership with gNext, an AI-driven photogrammetry platform specializing in asset inspection. This collaboration enables FlytBase users to transfer drone-captured data seamlessly to the gNext platform, improving infrastructure asset management while reducing manual processes. […]

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How Nebraska Deputies Ended a High-Speed Chase Using Teledyne FLIR SIRAS

An Inside Look at How Drones Assist Law Enforcement in High-Stakes Operations In 2023, Nebraska law enforcement faced a high-stakes situation during a pursuit of a fugitive wanted in Colorado. After his vehicle was disabled by a spike strip, the suspect fled into a field of thick tumbleweeds, making it difficult for deputies to locate […]

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Matternet Launches First Drone Home Delivery Service in Silicon Valley [VIDEO]

New service offers zero-emissions, ultra-fast deliveries using the FAA-approved Matternet M2 platform Matternet has entered the home delivery market with the launch of the first-ever drone delivery service in Silicon Valley. The service, powered by the company’s FAA Type-Certified Drone Delivery Platform, is currently being piloted in Mountain View and Sunnyvale, offering a new way […]

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DJI Responds to GAO Report: Drone Restrictions Undermine DOI Operations

The GAO highlights operational challenges, while DJI advocates for a balanced approach to drone regulation. A new report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), titled “Federal Lands: Effects of Interior’s Policies on Foreign-Made Drones” (GAO-24-106924), reveals the significant impact that restrictive drone policies have had on the Department of the Interior’s (DOI) operations. In […]

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Lawmakers Urge Fairfax County to End Use of DJI Drones Due to National Security Concerns

Officials cite security risks and ties to Chinese Communist Party, while DJI defends its data security practices On September 27, 2024, Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party urged Fairfax County to stop using […]

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Serve Robotics and Wing Join Forces for Robot-Drone Delivery Cooperation

Partnership Aims to Extend Delivery Radius and Increase Efficiency Serve Robotics Inc. and Wing Aviation LLC have announced a partnership that aims to expand the reach and efficiency of autonomous food deliveries. The collaboration will allow Serve’s autonomous sidewalk robots and Wing’s drones to work together, offering a faster, more cost-effective, and environmentally friendly delivery […]

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