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Drone maker DJI—the self-proclaimed “world leader in civilian drones”—has lodged a formal complaint against the BBC over two different pieces of investigative reporting on drones and drone safety. petapixel.com »
‘Britain’s Next Air Disaster? Drones’ aired July 1st and DJI has taken issue with how it portrays drones. Da Jiang Innovations Science and Technology, best known as DJI, is the world’s top drone manufacturer. dpreview.com »
What remains of a drone after it was fired at a wall using a customized testing unit. Photo used with permission from Fraunhofer EMI. Since being introduced to the market, commercial drones have rapidly grown in popularity. dpreview.com »
Japan's parliament passed a law this week outlawing the operation of a drone while under the influence of alcohol. If authorities catch anyone flying an unmanned aerial vehicle while intoxicated, offenders will face up to a year in prison and a fine of 300,000 yen (roughly $2,763. dpreview.com »
The European Aviation Safety Agency's (EASA) logo as shown on its social media pages. On June 11th, common rules on European drones, Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/945 and Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947, were published to ensure the safety and security of unmanned aircraft operations across countries in the European Union (EU) going forward. dpreview.com »
This morning, DJI hosted a panel of experts in the aviation field, including the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Jay Merkel and AUVSI's Tracy Lamb, to discuss the implementation of airplane and helicopter detectors in its new consumer drones starting January 1, 2020. dpreview.com »
DJI has just announced that it will be building aircraft detection into all of its consumer drones weighing over 250 grams starting in 2020. Called AirSense, the technology will allow drone pilots to be made aware of airplanes and helicopters miles away. petapixel.com »
The US government is warning that Chinese-made consumer drones could pose a data theft threat, sending data back to company headquarters in China that could then be accessed by the Chinese government. petapixel.com »
Four years ago, Swiss freeskier and filmmaker Nicolas Vuignier had the idea of lighting a night skier using a drone. After a great deal of planning and work, this 4-minute short film titled “Heatseeker” is what resulted. petapixel.com »
The Licensing Contributor and Brooklyn-based photographer speaks on his favorite parts of shooting with drones, taking advantage of natural light, and more. iso.500px.com »
It's not just countries and federal agencies getting tough on drones, unruly or otherwise. According to a report from TechCrunch, NASCAR, the sanctioning body of multiple stock-car racing series in the United States and abroad, has struck a deal with anti-drone technology company DroneShield to help shoot down rogue drones at specific venues. dpreview.com »
The US government is ordering that all drone owners in the US add external markings to their drones, displaying registration numbers to make it easier to trace the drone back to its owner. The FAA regulation was published today at the Federal Register and will take effect on February 23rd, 2019, so drone owners have […] petapixel.com »
The US Department of Transportation has proposed new rules for drones in the United States that would make it legal for pilots to fly at night and over people. In a published draft of the new guidelines, the Transportation Department proposes doing away with the need to obtain waivers to fly drones at night. Instead, […] petapixel.com »
Despite a partial government shutdown in the United States, Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao announced a new proposed rule that would simplify the process of flying drones at night and over crowds of people by removing the need for waivers. dpreview.com »
DJI has introduced a powerful new remote controller for its drones at CES 2019. photographyblog.com »
Aircraft stands at the North Terminal — Martin Roell from Berlin, Germany CC BY-SA 2. 0 London's Gatwick airport has been in a state of perpetual disruption since Wednesday, December 19, after 'rogue drones' forced officials to close down the runways. dpreview.com »
London’s Gatwick Airport, the second-busiest in the UK, has been shut down after two drones were reportedly spotted flying near the airfield. Over 100,000 passengers and over 750 flights may be affected in just 24 hours, and the military has been called in to support local police in handling the chaos that has ensued. BBC […] petapixel.com »
Airspace management company AirMap announced the release of real-time geofencing alerts in its AirMap for Drones mobile app available for iOS and Android devices. The new feature alerts pilots visually and/or verbally when their drone is approaching airspace that is unsafe or areas where drone flying is not permitted. dpreview.com »
These days, getting great images doesn't have to mean buying a large, heavy interchangeable lens camera. In these buying guides, we're offering our recommendations for the best compact cameras, camera drones and smartphones. dpreview.com »
Over the last 5 years, drones have consumed every part of my life. From using aerial systems to carry cameras as a service provider with Drone Dudes, to selling drones with Dronefly, or designing and making drones in China with Yuneec, I’ve been involved in all aspects of the drone industry. The last 3 of […] petapixel.com »
A new Pennsylvania bill, signed by Governor Tom Wolf, will impose a financial penalty for drone operators who use their drone to spy on people or otherwise endanger the physical wellbeing of someone. dpreview.com »
Following approval by the House earlier this year, the United States Senate has passed the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act, which was delivered to the White House on October 3, 2018. dpreview.com »
The U. S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is asking Congress to pass a law that would allow DHS to surveil, research, and destroy drones that are flying in US airspace. A new bipartisan bill, S. petapixel.com »
TIME magazine’s latest issue is a special report on the rapid explosion of drones in our culture. For the cover photo, TIME recreated its iconic logo and red border using 958 illuminated drones hovering in the sky. petapixel.com »
Heads up if you’re a drone-flying photographer in the United States: the government may soon require a physical license plate on the outside of your drone. Bloomberg spotted the proposed rule that was quietly filed earlier this month. petapixel.com »
As if camera drones haven’t gotten enough bad publicity lately thanks to reckless operators flying them near airports, at airplanes, and into helicopters, The TODAY Show just aired this alarming report on how peeping toms are using camera drones to spy on you in your home. petapixel.com »
Drones are magnificent tools that have changed photography forever. We’ve seen drones used to create exciting imagery, spectacular video content and drones have even been used for search and rescue purposes to save lives. digitalrev.com »
DJI is the king of drones, and offers a number of models in its range, including pro models like the Inspire along with more entry-level models like the Spark or the Phantom series. Somewhere in the middle lies the Mavic Pro, a foldable drone with impressive spec that has become incredibly popular with photographers and indie filmmakers. digitalrev.com »
Check out these incredible shots by Liverpool-born and Chigaco-based musician and photographer Reuben Wu. Reuben is known for his pioneering methods of using drone-mounted lights to illuminate landscapes, giving them an otherworldly quality reminiscent of a sci-fi movie. boredpanda.com »
Photographer Reuben Wu is a pioneer of using LEDs mounted to drones to light landscapes at night, and his project Lux Noctis is filled with gorgeous and unusual photos created using this technique. More recently, Wu has added yet another creative touch: he adds halos above the rock pinnacles on dramatic landscapes by flying the […] petapixel.com »
Photographer Reuben Wu is a pioneer of using LEDs mounted to drones to light landscapes at night, and his project Lux Noctis is filled with gorgeous and unusual photos created using this technique. More recently, Wu has added yet another creative touch: he adds halos above the peaks of mountains by flying the drones in […] petapixel.com »
Photographer and director Joey L has been using camera drones to capture aerial photos and videos in conflict zones. Here’s a 21-minute talk he recently gave on his work at Hardwired NYC. With how far consumer drones have come in the past several years, it’s possible for Joey to capture incredibly striking images showing a unique […] petapixel.com »
Dutch police are retiring their drone-catching eagles due to a combination of performance issues and a lack of need, according to a report from NOS. The eagles were originally deployed as a way to intercept wayward (and potentially dangerous) drones, but training the eagles is reportedly too costly, and the need for them is too low. dpreview.com »
Last year, the DJI Mavic Pro and the Phantom 4 Professional took top honors in our end of year buying guide. Read on to find out who it this year for beginners, consumers, prosumers, and professionals at a price tag less than $2,000. dpreview.com »
DJI camera drones are likely spying on the United States for China. At least, that’s what a newly uncovered US government memo claims. DJI has responded by calling the allegations “insane. petapixel.com »
Life could be about to get a bit more tricky for videographers and photographers in the UK who wish to fly drones after details leaked about new draft legislation planned for 2018. Drones that weigh above 400g (the Mavic Pro weighs over 700g) look set to be banned from flying near sensitive sites such as airports or above heights of 400ft (122 metres). digitalrev.com »
Looking for a lightweight compact camera that's easy to bring with you anywhere? Or maybe you're smartphone-shopping and want the one that takes the best picture. And what if you want to shoot from above? In these buyers guides we have recommendations for the best compact cameras, smartphones and drones. dpreview.com »
In October, DJI introduced a new technology called AeroScope that makes it possible for law enforcement and other officials to track drones that broadcast info. The system was launched to address growing concerns about drones being operated in forbidden locations, such as near airports or over wildfires. dpreview.com »
Drones are getting more sophisticated with each generation, but even the most advanced models still have one major limitation: battery life. All of those intelligent sensors and camera tech consume power, while at the same time battery capacity and weight have to be well-balanced, resulting in typical flight times of around 20 minutes. dpreview.com »
DJI has unveiled AeroScope, a new technology aimed at tracking and identifying DJI drones from afar. The new receiver will be able to identify the registration numbers of drones and plot them on a map using the existing communication links between a drone and its controller. petapixel.com »
DJI has launched a security solution that enables law enforcement and other 'authorized parties' such as aerospace agencies to receive identifying information and location data from DJI drones being operated nearby. dpreview.com »
A court has ruled that federal drone laws trump local drone regulations in instances where the two are in conflict, setting a new and very important precedent for commercial and recreational drone pilots alike. dpreview.com »
Researchers at Virginia Tech have been studying the injury risks posed by consumer drones by flying them into dummies’ faces, and they’ve now come to a conclusion. The study found that the risk of a catastrophic head injury was less than 5 percent in an impact with a drone weighing 2.6 lbs (such as the […] petapixel.com »
The Seattle skyline at sunset, photographed from a drone. Adding a drone to my photography toolkit has been one of the best decisions I've made in my creative career, allowing me to take pictures and videos that I would not have been able to take otherwise. dpreview.com »
Federal UAV regulations prohibit drone operators from flying drones near or over airports or military bases, but that hasn't stopped some individuals from doing it anyway. But if you've been bold (read: stupid) enough to break those rules, be warned: military bases are now authorized to shoot down or seize your drone. dpreview.com »
Hate the high-pitched buzzing of camera drones? You’re not alone. A new study published by NASA has found that people find drone founds more annoying than any ground vehicle, even when the sounds are heard at the same volume. petapixel.com »
The Dronestagram social network has listed the winning photos taken by its users with a drone. As the drones became increasingly accessible to the general public, they did so with an unbeatable hook in terms of marketing strategy: better and more artistic photos. boredpanda.com »
Despite present drone regulations in the US, identifying the operator of any given drone in the sky is nearly impossible, making it difficult for law enforcement to deal with drones that are being misused. dpreview.com »
Ever since camera drones first became available to the average consumer, authorities across the world have had growing concerns about them. No-fly zones are being widely established, and regulations are becoming stricter to restrict when, where, and how the unmanned aircraft can fly. petapixel.com »
SwellPro’s waterproof “splash drones” were designed primarily for fishermen, but ambitious filmmakers and at least a few clumsy photographers could all benefit from a drone that can shoot above and below the waves. petapixel.com »
