If there is one thing I know about DJI product releases, it’s that they are always heralded by a frenzy of leaks. That seems to be happening right about now with Jasper Ellens’ new leaks on the features, shells, and cameras of the yet-to-be-announced Mavic 4 Pro. more…

The response to Hurricane Helene demonstrated both the challenges and opportunities of using uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) in disaster management. As a Category 4 hurricane, Helene caused massive devastation across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and other southeastern states, leaving more than 230 dead and causing an estimated $200 billion in damages. The storm’s record-breaking rainfall...

Fruity Chutes Inc., a global leader in drone parachute recovery systems, has partnered with High Energy Sports, Inc., a specialist in precision engineering and manufacturing, to provide scalable, high-quality parachute solutions for UAV manufacturers. This collaboration bridges the gap between innovation and large-scale production, ensuring reliable recovery systems for drones of all sizes By combining...

New Boson+ and Hadron 640R+ Cameras Provide Real-Time Temperature Data with Industry-Leading Sensitivity Teledyne FLIR OEM has announced the release of radiometric versions of its high-performance Boson+ thermal and Hadron 640R+ dual thermal-visible camera modules. These new models provide pixel-level temperature measurement, expanding their capabilities for unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), security,...

At the National Public Safety UAS Conference, hosted by DRONERESPONDERS, a panel of FAA officials provided critical updates on new waivers, regulatory processes, and efforts to improve access to airspace for public safety drone operations. The session, moderated by industry expert Michelle Duquette, a veteran of MITRE Corp’s UAS program, featured insights from Tim Arel,...

Key Developments in Public Safety UAS Integration The National Public Safety UAS Conference, hosted by DRONERESPONDERS at Busch Gardens, Virginia, featured a keynote fireside chat between Tim Arel, Chief Operating Officer of the FAA’s Air Traffic Organization, and Chief (Ret.) Charles Werner, Director of DRONERESPONDERS. The discussion underscored the FAA’s evolving approach to integrating drones...

Ariz. bill would shield police from liability for shooting down drones near border By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A bill pending in the Arizona state legislation is proposing to grant immunity from liability from any damages caused by a drone falling from the sky after being shot down or disabled by state and local...

US drone maker Skydio is making its flagship military drone, the X10D, even more versatile. The company has released its Interface Control Document (ICD), allowing third-party developers to create new payload attachments for the drone. This means military and defense agencies can now customize Skydio’s drones for even more mission-critical tasks. more…

Australia’s Sphere Drones is leveling up its game by bringing manufacturing in-house, a strategic move that supercharges production of its HubX drone-in-a-box solution. Partnering with Carasel, Sphere is now fully in control of the design, engineering, and assembly process — ensuring high-quality, locally made solutions tailored for the Australian market. more…

Shield AI, a deep-tech company known for pushing the boundaries of AI-driven autonomy, has secured a whopping $240 million in a new funding round, bringing its valuation to $5.3 billion. more…