Public concern about drones is rising worldwide, with authorities urging citizens to report sightings “without hesitation.” But does this approach help aviation safety—or does it risk fueling fear and misunderstanding? In today’s guest post, Stephen Sutton, founder of Finnish drone company Flyby Guys, explores the balance between public safety, perception, and the future of drone […]
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This article from Blue Marble Geographics highlights how advanced point cloud analysis can support vegetation fire risk assessment. Blue Marble is known for its geospatial software, including Global Mapper and Global Mapper Pro, which provide powerful tools for working with LiDAR, photogrammetry, and other complex datasets. These solutions enable users across industries—from utilities to forestry—to […]
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Congress fails to reauthorize DOJ, DHS counter-UAS power By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The federal government’s ability to disable and take down drones posing a potential threat to critical infrastructure such as power plants and airports ended at midnight, September 30, a victim of the legislative impasse that also has led to the wider […]
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Matternet, a developer of commercial drone delivery systems, has partnered with Dave’s Hot Chicken to pilot a food delivery service in Los Angeles. The initiative will begin in Northridge, California, where eligible residents will soon be able to order meals through the Dave’s app and have them delivered by Matternet’s autonomous M2 drones. Expanding Drone […]
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Phase One announced that its P3 drone camera solution is now fully integrated with the DJI M400 platform. This development extends the compatibility that Phase One previously established with DJI’s M350 and M300 series, making its medium-format imaging capabilities accessible to users of DJI’s new flagship inspection drone. What’s New: Seamless Integration & Expanded Capability […]
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On September 26, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia issued a decision on the Department of Defense’s (DoD) designation of DJI as a “Chinese Military Company.” While the Court allowed DoD’s designation to stand, DJI has published an expanded statement emphasizing that the Court’s findings affirm its longstanding position that the […]
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Don’t miss a conversation with Gabe Graveline, EMS & Drone Specialist in Tulsa, OK. The Public Safety Drone Review is a free, monthly event co-sponsored by DRONELIFE and DRONERESPONDERS, bringing together public safety professionals, industry leaders, and innovators to discuss the latest in drone technology for emergency response. Join us on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 […]
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Embedded Manufacturing Brings Production Closer to Operations Draganfly Inc. has been selected by the U.S. Army to supply its Flex FPV drone systems, marking an important step in bringing drone production and sustainment closer to the point of need. Under the initial order, the company will not only provide Flex FPV systems but also support […]
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Civilian drone flights halted nationwide as Europe braces for high-level summits As Copenhagen prepares to host major European Union and European Political Community summits this week, Denmark has taken the extraordinary step of banning all civilian drone flights. The temporary order, in place through Friday, comes after a series of unauthorized drone sightings over airports […]
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DoD Can Keep Chinese Drone Maker on Section 1260H Roster A federal judge has ruled that DJI, the world’s largest drone manufacturer, will remain on a U.S. Department of Defense list of “Chinese military companies.” The decision came Friday, September 26, 2025, from Judge Paul L. Friedman of the U.S. District Court for the District […]
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