Category: Arizona
Drones Take Flight in US Election Security: A New Era of Aerial Surveillance
In a dramatic shift reported by The Wall Street Journal, U.S. election officials are deploying Drone Technology to enhance security for the upcoming November 5th [more…]
Drones Disrupt Wildfire Fighting Efforts Across the U.S.
So far this Wildfire season, aerial firefighting activities have faced the persistent nuisance of 21 “public drone incursions,” the National Interagency Fire Center reported. These [more…]
Navy Invests $30M in University of Memphis for Advanced Drone Testing Facility
The University of Memphis has secured a substantial $30.38 million in funding from the U.S. Navy to develop a state-of-the-art facility for testing drones in [more…]
Drone Technology Advances: From Policing to Warfare
Drone Technology is evolving rapidly, with major developments in policing, delivery, manufacturing, and warfare. According to a recent MIT Technology Review article, four key areas [more…]
Firmatek Integrates ACSL SOTEN Drone for Utility Inspections, Addressing Regulatory Concerns
Firmatek, a leader in utility infrastructure inspections, has integrated the ACSL SOTEN drone into its operations to meet growing regulatory and security requirements for critical [more…]
Suspected Cartel Drones Near Southern Border: Heightened Security Measures Implemented
Mexican cartels are employing increasingly sophisticated tactics along the U.S.-Mexico border, including the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), reports the NY Post. These cartel [more…]
Scottsdale Police to Launch High-Tech Drone for Public Safety
The Scottsdale Police Department is preparing to roll out a new, high-tech drone designed by Aerodome to enhance community safety. This advanced drone, capable of [more…]
Assaulted Drone Pilot, SkyeBrowse Update, PSA on Flying Near Wildfires, and DJI Mountain Bike
We have three stories for you this week: an assaulted drone pilot wins in court, Skydio releases a new update, and our yearly PSA about [more…]
Real Estate Drone Pilot Wins Court Case After Assault During Property Shoot
A Facebook post by real estate photographer Zach Zywiak details a harrowing encounter with an aggressive neighbor while conducting a drone shoot in Tucson, Arizona. [more…]
DJI Ban Updates, Drone Stalker Arrested, Drones for Good, & Flite Fest 2024
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. We have five stories for you this week. First off, an update on the DJI Ban. Secondly, a [more…]
