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    FAA launches The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST)

    Earlier this year, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had issued a request for entities interested in serving as test administrators for The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST). Today, the agency is taking its new test for hobbyist drone pilots live. FAA launches The Recreational UAS...
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    DJI Fly app update – Download version 1.4.4 today

    DJI just updated the DJI Fly app to version 1.4.4. This new version does not seem to bring any new features other than it “fixes certain issues and optimizes overall app quality.” DJI Fly app update – Version 1.4.4 DJI regularly updates the DJI Fly app. In one of their more recent updates for...
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    DJI makes Mini 2 compatible with Smart Controller

    Okay, you all can go back to discussing the rumors about the Mavic Pro 3 or the Mini SE later. For now, let’s take a moment to celebrate this awesome news: You can now fly a Mini 2 with DJI Smart Controller! more… The post DJI makes Mini 2 compatible with Smart Controller appeared first on...
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    DJI Mini SE release date is July 15th – $299

    The DJI Mini SE drone that was recently leaked with ‘help’ from Walmart will be released on July 15th. The drone will be priced at $299, which practically makes it a no-brainer for anyone who is looking to get into the drone hobby. DJI Mini SE release date is July 15th The DJI Mini SE...
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    Medication delivered by drone in The Netherlands

    The ANWB and PostNL will soon deliver medication by drone in a series of test flights between Rhoon and Oud-Beijerland in The Netherlands. The aim is to investigate how blood and medicines can be urgently transported by drone from Erasmus Medical Center and blood bank Sanquin in Rotterdam to the...
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    Why DJI’s $299 MINI SE is a much bigger deal than it seems

    You’ve likely heard by now about DJI’s MINI SE. It’s being sold at Walmart and it appears to be the Mavic Mini with some slight cosmetic changes.
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    DJI’s $299 MINI SE is a bargain – but which controller ships with it?

    We wrote earlier about the MINI SE, which is appears by the specs to be the original Mavic Mini repackaged for big box bargain stores. But there appears to be some confusion around the controller. Specifically, which one do you get at that rock-bottom price?
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    The DJI Mavic 3 Pro release is coming – hopefully soon

    If you’re all set with drones for the season, that’s awesome. However, if you’ve been waiting for the Mavic 3 Pro (or whatever it will be called) no word yet.
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    Aikon’s propeller adaptors for DJI FPV drone

    So you’ve bought a DJI FPV drone. Congratulations, you’re not alone. And now, thanks to a new widget, you’ve got some options when it comes to propellers.
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    Newly bundled DJI MINI SE with new controller: Price is $299

    Remember our post about the ‘new’ DJI MINI SE? Well, there’s now more information – including a price.
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    FAA creates committee to study rules for routine BVLOS operations

    The Federal Aviation Committee (FAA) is creating a new committee to work up rules to allow routine beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone operations. The development was announced at the virtual FAA Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Symposium. The post FAA creates committee to study rules for...
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    Autel announces unknown future release date for EVO II V2 drones

    Autel Robotics announces new EVO II V2 drones with an increased transmission stability that would significantly enhance the user experience, says new CEO Randall Warnass. Autel announces EVO II V2 drones with increased transmission Apparently, the global chip crisis has forced Autel Robotics...
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    Drone video of Great Tennessee Airshow 2021 under FAA investigation

    A drone video of the Great Tennessee Airshow 2021 is allegedly under investigation by a number of government agencies, including the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Drone video of Great Tennessee Airshow 2021 under investigation Two days ago this video was uploaded to the Internet by...
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    Can drones help entangled whales? This DJI video proves it

    DJI unveiled a new video today that shows its products at work over the ocean. The mission? To identify whales that might be entangled with fishing lines or other discarded debris. Getting a good look from the air is a safe way to prepare to help disentangle these amazing creatures – often...
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    DJI “MINI SE” shows up on Wal-Mart. But is it really new?

    A new DJI offering has appeared online at Walmart. It’s got a new name: The MINI SE. But is it really a new drone?