Weekly Drone Safe News (28th October - 1st November)
Weekly Drone Safe News
The Drone Safe team has been monitoring world news across the drone industry throughout the past week.
See our top picks below!
Drones Aid Disaster Recovery: Mapping and Photogrammetry Support Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts
Hurricane Helene, the massive and deadly storm that tore through a large swath of the U.S. Southeast in late September, triggered a tremendous response from the drone-flying community.
Read the full story via Drone Life, here.
Sauce, Soap and Drugs Seized From Jail Drone Drops
Criminals in Greater Manchester are delivering everything from hard drugs to mustard to prison cell windows, police have said.
Read the full story via BBC News, here.
San Francisco Police Celebrate Crime-Fighting Efforts Utilizing Drone Technology
The San Francisco Police Department showed off the latest successes of their drone program Monday with a presentation that included audience members from San Jose.
Read the full story via CBS News, here.
British Army Expands Use of Drones for Combat and Training
The British Army is increasingly integrating drones, known officially as Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), into military operations ranging from supply deliveries to high-speed drone racing, according to a news update.
Read the full story via UK Defence Journal, here.
Navy Eyeing New Navigation Tech for Autonomous Maritime Drones in Case Satnav Is Lost
The Navy is looking for options to enable its future fleets of uncrewed platforms to steam ahead even if they can’t access satellite navigation systems.
Read the full story via Defense Scoop, here.
