A wave of mysterious drone sightings has ignited swift federal action in New York, with Gov. Kathy Hochul announcing the deployment of a cutting-edge drone detection system to the state. This move comes after reports of unidentified aerial activity disrupted operations at Stewart International Airport and stirred public concern across the East Coast.
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In recent weeks, there has been an uptick in mysterious drone sightings over New Jersey, particularly around sensitive military areas like Picatinny Arsenal and Naval Weapons Station Earle. These sightings have stirred up a great deal of concern, with local law enforcement and elected officials demanding answers. Various theories have emerged, including speculation about the drones being used for nefarious purposes or originating from foreign actors. However, the situation is complex, and many of the reports may be based on misidentifications.
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Amid growing public concern over mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey, experts are stepping forward to provide clarity and promote balanced discourse around the technology. Reports of drones, some described as car-sized clusters, flying at night have sparked alarm, particularly in areas near sensitive locations like Bedminster and Picatinny Arsenal. While these sightings have prompted an FBI investigation, drone technology leaders stress the importance of separating fact from fiction to prevent undue fear and overregulation.
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In the quiet skies of New Jersey, an enigma has emerged — clusters of large, seemingly SUV-sized drones have been sighted hovering ominously over critical infrastructure and residential areas. From power lines to reservoirs, these unidentified flying objects have sparked public concern and prompted an active FBI investigation.
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A New Jersey man has been arrested by police for using his drone to drop damaging chemical dye into the pools of his neighbors.
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Drone pilots visiting the Atlantic coast vacation spot of Wildwood, New Jersey, may have to consult the calendar – and check in with the local police – before sending their craft aloft if a proposed municipal ordinance limiting use of UAV is passed today.
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A few short months after an ex-convict received a sentence for making drone deliveries of contraband into the Fort Dix federal prison in New Jersey, a second former inmate has admitted to his role in the infamous aerial smuggling scheme.
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The growing popularity of drones as a holiday gift has got the agency that leads New Jersey’s counterterrorism and cybersecurity efforts worried. The New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (NJOHSP) is both asking new pilots to familiarize themselves with aviation rules and safety guidelines, and cautioning the public to take heed of suspicious drone activities.
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The Barnegat Police have started using two new DJI drones, a DJI Matrice 210 and a DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise in New Jersey. The unmanned aerial systems were paid for with grant funds available through a New Jersey Division of Highway Safety program.
12th grader, Zechen Wei broke the Guinness World Record for the fastest quadcopter to ascend to 100 meters or about 300 feet with a record time of 2.732 seconds. Wei is a senior at Princeton International School of Mathematics who has always had a passion for drones.
We knew this was coming but now it is official. Drunk drone flying is now illegal in the state of New Jersey. This past Monday, Gov. Chris Christie signed the bill into law on his last day in office, making it officially illegal to fly a drone while being under the influence of alcohol, narcotics, or other hallucinogenics.
