Category: Japan
Swedish Court Sets Precedent: First-Ever Drunk Drone Operation Conviction
In a landmark case highlighting evolving drone regulations, a Swedish court has convicted a 55-year-old man of operating a drone while intoxicated, marking the country’s [more…]
Japanese Drone Maker ACSL Teams Up with Exertis Almo to Expand US Market Presence
Japanese drone manufacturer ACSL has partnered with Exertis Almo to strengthen its distribution network across North America. The agreement, announced today, aims to accelerate the [more…]
Sony to Discontinue Airpeak S1 Drone Line in March 2025
MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD Proposed legislation threatens your ability to use drones for fun, work, and safety. The Drone Advocacy Alliance is fighting to ensure [more…]
FAA’s BVLOS Drone Regulation Delay Sparks Industry-Wide Concerns
The Federal Aviation Administration has missed a critical deadline for publishing regulations on beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone operations, potentially stalling industry growth [more…]
Lives at Stake: The Hidden Costs of U.S. Tariffs or Bans on DJI Drones
In recent years, DJI drones have become ubiquitous in the U.S., used by everyone from first responders and small businesses to hobbyists and farmers. The [more…]
Japanese Drones to Aid Ukraine in Mine Clearance Efforts
Prodrone, a Japanese industrial drone manufacturer, is set to supply Ukraine with specialized drones for humanitarian demining operations, according to a report from Nikkei. Drones [more…]
Private Drone Operators Step Up in Japan’s Disaster Response
Private drone operators are seeking a larger role in Japan‘s disaster response efforts, as demonstrated by recent events in Ishikawa Prefecture. According to a recent [more…]
DJI Air 3S Now Available for Registration in Japan: Release imminent
The DJI Air 3S drone is now officially available for selection on the Japanese government’s drone registration website, according to a post by Sara-cool*Drone, Gadget [more…]
ACSL Unveils New Thermal Camera for SOTEN Drone and Expands Advisory Board
ACSL, the leading Japanese drone maker, has announced a new thermal camera option for its SOTEN drone and the appointment of three advisory board members. [more…]
DJI Rumored to Enter Mirrorless Camera Market in September
DJI, the leading drone manufacturer, may be gearing up to shake up the mirrorless camera industry with a potential new product launch in September, according [more…]
