EagleView produces high-resolution images in the wake of disasters By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Soon after two powerful and devastating hurricanes, Helene and Milton, struck Florida within weeks of each other last fall, data analytics company EagleView Technologies was on the scene, capturing high-resolution aerial images of the destruction to aid recovery efforts … [Read more...] about EagleView’s High-Tech Response to Natural Disasters: Capturing Devastation from Above
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Drone Collision with Firefighting Aircraft Highlights Safety Risks in Restricted Airspace
FAA Urges Drone Pilots to Avoid Wildfire Areas to Prevent Accidents and Delays in Firefighting Efforts A drone collided with a firefighting aircraft over the Palisades fire on Thursday, grounding the firefighting aircraft and raising concerns about drone safety near active wildfires. The FAA and local officials are emphasizing the dangers of unauthorized drone flights in … [Read more...] about Drone Collision with Firefighting Aircraft Highlights Safety Risks in Restricted Airspace
DJI Introduces Matrice 4 Series: Advanced Tools for Enterprise Drone Operations
New Drones Enhance Mapping, Inspection, and Public Safety with AI Capabilities DJI has unveiled the Matrice 4 Series enterprise drones, featuring cutting-edge sensors, AI-powered tools, and a suite of capabilities aimed at improving aerial operations across various industries. The launch highlights DJI's ongoing innovation in drone technology, even as the U.S. government … [Read more...] about DJI Introduces Matrice 4 Series: Advanced Tools for Enterprise Drone Operations
Nevada Law Restricts Public Safety Agencies from Using DJI Drones, Limits Drone as First Responder Applications
New UAV Regulations, Effective January 1, 2025 Nevada Senate Bill 11 (SB11), effective January 1, 2025, places new restrictions on the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) by public agencies and law enforcement. The law prohibits the purchase or operation of drones and related equipment from certain entities, including those flagged by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) … [Read more...] about Nevada Law Restricts Public Safety Agencies from Using DJI Drones, Limits Drone as First Responder Applications
Commerce Department Issues NPRM to Limit Use of Chinese-Made Drones and Components
Proposed Rule Seeks to Secure Drone Supply Chains and Mitigate National Security Risks The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has announced an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) aimed at enhancing the security of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) supply chains. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, the proposal seeks to address … [Read more...] about Commerce Department Issues NPRM to Limit Use of Chinese-Made Drones and Components
