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.
Army Conducts Trials of Golden Shield Anti-Drone Net at Fort Hood
U.S. Army Tests Golden Shield Anti-Drone Network at Fort Hood The U.S. Army has successfully demonstrated its ability to detect, track, and neutralize drones autonomously, without human intervention. The 1st Cavalry Division conducted a…
EASA Unveils Revision 24 of Air Operations Regulations, Introducing Gyroplane and Flight Data…
EASA Publishes Revision 24 of Air Operations Rules The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has released Revision 24 of the Easy Access Rules for Air Operations (EAR for Air OPS), dated March 2026. This update consolidates three…
FCC Seeks Public Feedback on Drone Spectrum and Licensing Ahead of May 1 Deadline
FCC Seeks Input on Drone Regulations Ahead of May 1 Deadline The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is inviting comments from drone operators, manufacturers, public safety agencies, and investors regarding proposed reforms related to…
U.S. Startup Develops Technology to Locate FPV Drones Using Sound Detection
Talon Avionics Develops Innovative Counter-Drone System A Boise, Idaho-based company, Talon Avionics, has introduced a counter-drone system that utilizes microphones instead of traditional radar for detection. The SECTR platform employs…
EagleNXT Enhances Counter-Drone Technology Through Strategic Investment and U.S. Partnership
Partnership with ThirdEye Systems to Enhance Counter-Drone Technology EagleNXT has announced a strategic investment in Israel-based ThirdEye Systems Ltd., establishing a new joint venture named ThirdEye USA. This initiative, backed by a $10…
DJI Hints at Upcoming Audio Product Launch on April 28 Amid Mic Mini 2 Speculation
DJI Teases New Audio Product Launch DJI has released a second teaser for an upcoming product on its official X account, indicating a launch date of April 28, 2026, at 8 AM EDT. The teaser features the tagline "More Than Sound" alongside a…
Harrow’s Digital Twin Initiative Demonstrates Effective Smart City Solutions
Harrow Launches Expanded Digital Twin Using Drone Technology The London Borough of Harrow has introduced an enhanced digital twin of the city, leveraging drone data to enhance maintenance, planning, and public engagement. This initiative…
DJI Announces Upcoming Launch of Lito Drone on April 23 Following FCC Speculation
DJI Announces New Drone Launch Date DJI has confirmed the launch of a new drone, the Lito, scheduled for April 23, 2026, at 12 PM GMT (8 AM ET / 5 AM PT). The announcement was made via a teaser posted on April 14 through the official…
DJI to Launch Power 1000 Mini Globally on April 20
DJI Power 1000 Mini Set for Global Launch DJI is set to launch its latest product, the DJI Power 1000 Mini, a compact portable power station, on April 20. This follows its initial release in China earlier this year. Teaser and Release Date…
DJI Avata 360 Falls Short Against Avata 2 in Recent FPV Flight Comparison
DJI Avata 360 vs. Avata 2: A Comparative Flight Test YouTuber Jeven Dovey conducted a side-by-side flight test of the DJI Avata 360 and DJI Avata 2, revealing that the newer model does not perform as well as its predecessor in first-person…