News
The News category delivers timely updates on drone technology, legislation, and industry developments affecting the US, EU, and Australian markets. Coverage includes regulatory changes, technological advances, and key events shaping the global drone ecosystem.
Skydio CEO Participates in Ramapo Police Drone Demonstration for Rockland Chiefs
Ramapo Police Department Demonstrates Drone as First Responder Program The Town of Ramapo Police Department in Rockland County, New York, recently hosted a live demonstration of its Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, attended by all…
DJI Avata 360: An Unfiltered Review of Its Initial Flight Experience
DJI Avata 360: First Impressions from Initial Flight The DJI Avata 360 has recently been introduced, and an initial flight experience has been shared by a user from 51 Drones. This review focuses on the firsthand experience of flying the…
DJI Informs Ninth Circuit of 25 Unreleased Products in Regulatory Uncertainty, $1.56 Billion at…
DJI Files Brief in Ninth Circuit Case Against FCC On April 15, 2026, DJI submitted a detailed brief in its ongoing legal battle with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), revealing significant financial implications for the company.…
Navy MQ-4C Triton Conducts 12-Hour Surveillance Mission Over Cuba
Navy MQ-4C Triton Conducts Extended Surveillance Mission Over Cuba A US Navy MQ-4C Triton surveillance drone completed a 12-hour mission on April 16, 2026, monitoring the coast of Cuba. The drone's flight path included areas over Havana,…
DJI Avata 2 vs. $15,000 Red Komodo Cinelifter: Iceland Test Highlights FPV Trade-Offs
Comparison of DJI Avata 2 and Red Komodo Cinelifter in Iceland Two FPV pilots conducted a side-by-side test of the DJI Avata 2 and a Red Komodo cinelifter, valued between $15,000 and $20,000, at three notable locations in Iceland. The…
China’s “Land Aircraft Carrier” Enhances Mid-Flight Drone Operations
Chinese Research Team Demonstrates Microwave Power Transfer for Drones A research team from Xidian University in China has successfully tested a ground-based microwave system capable of powering drones mid-flight. This innovative…
Exploring Ouachita Parish’s Real-Time Crime Center: The Role of Drones in Emergency Response
Aerial Intelligence Enhances Response for Ouachita Parish Deputies A System Built for Real-Time Response At the recent Motorola Solutions Summit 2026, Chief Deputy Larry Knight of the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office discussed the…
DJI Introduces Mic Mini 2 Available in Ten Faceplate Colors
DJI Unveils Mic Mini 2 with New Features and Color Options DJI has officially launched the Mic Mini 2, a second-generation wireless microphone, ahead of its global reveal scheduled for April 28. The product was briefly listed on DJI's Hong…
DJI Lito 1 and Lito X1 Pricing Revealed by Italian Retailer Ahead of Launch, US Release Unlikely
DJI Lito Series Specifications Leaked Ahead of Launch Italian electronics retailer Dino Galiano revealed full product pages for the DJI Lito 1 and DJI Lito X1 on April 21, 2026, just two days before DJI's scheduled announcement on April 23.…
Pentagon Seeks $75 Billion for Drones in FY27, DAWG Program Receives Largest Funding Increase
Pentagon Requests $75 Billion for Drones in Fiscal Year 2027 The Pentagon's fiscal 2027 budget request includes $75 billion allocated for drones and counter-drone technology, according to a report by Bloomberg. This budget proposal…