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The Verge • Sean Hollister

DJI Removes Automatic No-Fly Zones Aligning with FAA Rules

Effective January 13, 2025, DJI updates its drones to rely on FAA data for geofencing, removing pre-set no-fly zones. Control of drone operation in sensitive airspace, including airports and restricted areas, is shifted to the operators, aligning with FAA regulations.

2025-01-14T16:23:49.337285-08:00

azfamily.com

FAA Probes Near-Midair Collision Between Delta A330 and United 737 at Phoenix

2025-01-13T23:56:15.244005-08:00

Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Delta 757 Aborts Takeoff in Atlanta, Four Injured During Evacuation

2025-01-10T07:32:03.072141-08:00

Los Angeles Times

Drone Collision Grounds CL-415 During Palisades Fire Operations

2025-01-09T16:53:01.135747-08:00

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The Verge

DJI Removes Automatic No-Fly Zones Aligning with FAA Rules Effective January 13, 2025, DJI updates its drones to rely on FAA data for geofencing, removing pre-set no-fly zones. Control of drone operation in sensitive airspace, including airports and restricted areas, is shifted to the operators, aligning with FAA regulations.

2025-01-14T16:23:49.337285-08:00

DJI Removes Automatic No-Fly Zones Aligning with FAA Rules

azfamily.com

FAA Probes Near-Midair Collision Between Delta A330 and United 737 at Phoenix The FAA is investigating a significant near-miss incident where a Delta A330 and a United 737 nearly collided over Phoenix Sky Harbor on January 11, 2025. The aircraft were approaching the airport when the incident occurred. Automation systems played a crucial role in preventing a disaster.

2025-01-13T23:56:15.244005-08:00

FAA Probes Near-Midair Collision Between Delta A330 and United 737 at Phoenix

Flying Magazine

Unauthorized Drone Flights Disrupt Firefighting Efforts in California Recent incidents of unauthorized drone activity have doubled in Southern California amid ongoing wildfires, resulting in three arrests. A notable event involved a drone collision with a firefighting aircraft, temporarily halting firefighting operations and raising safety concerns.

2025-01-13T14:36:23.192898-08:00

Unauthorized Drone Flights Disrupt Firefighting Efforts in California

Vertical Mag

ZenaDrone 1000 Seeks FAA Part 137 Certification for AI-Driven Agricultural Use ZenaDrone has applied for FAA Part 137 certification to deploy its ZenaDrone 1000 for agricultural purposes, including spraying fertilizers and pesticides. This move could advance the integration of AI technology in UAVs specifically for crop management and agricultural efficiency.

2025-01-13T08:14:11.428450-08:00

ZenaDrone 1000 Seeks FAA Part 137 Certification for AI-Driven Agricultural Use

abc7.com

Suspected Drone Collision Forces AIR7 HD to Land in Los Angeles AIR7 HD experienced an in-flight collision with an object, potentially a drone, over downtown Los Angeles, prompting a precautionary landing. The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding drone interference with aircraft operations in urban areas.

2025-01-12T17:39:24.273261-08:00

Suspected Drone Collision Forces AIR7 HD to Land in Los Angeles

The Independent

FBI Investigates Drone Incident Damaging LA Firefighting Aircraft The FBI is searching for a drone operator responsible for damaging a firefighting water scooper plane in Los Angeles. The FAA emphasizes that drone operators must avoid flying near wildfires, even without temporary flight restrictions. This incident underscores safety concerns in aerial firefighting operations.

2025-01-12T11:54:09.556068-08:00

FBI Investigates Drone Incident Damaging LA Firefighting Aircraft

Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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Delta 757 Aborts Takeoff in Atlanta, Four Injured During Evacuation A Delta Air Lines Boeing 757 bound for Minneapolis aborted its takeoff at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport due to an engine issue. During the emergency evacuation on a snowy runway, four passengers sustained injuries, escalating concerns over safety measures and operational delays amid winter weather interruptions.

2025-01-10T07:32:03.072141-08:00

Delta 757 Aborts Takeoff in Atlanta, Four Injured During Evacuation

FlightGlobal

FAA Study: eVTOL Downwash Comparable to V-22 Osprey's Impact Recent FAA research indicates that electric air taxis may produce downwash equivalent to hurricane-force winds, similar to the Bell-Boeing V-22 Osprey. This finding has significant implications for urban air mobility and the integration of eVTOLs into urban environments.

2025-01-10T07:16:52.899838-08:00

FAA Study: eVTOL Downwash Comparable to V-22 Osprey's Impact

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