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DJI launches Agras T50 and T25 drones globally with upgraded SmartFarm app

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The DJI Agras T50 and Agras T25 agriculture drones are now available for purchase in the US and other international markets. Building on the popular Agras drone line, the T50 is built for larger-scale growing operations while the lightweight T25 is designed to be more portable for smaller fields. Both drones are compatible with the DJI SmartFarm app which has been upgraded for comprehensive aerial application management.

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DJI RSC 2 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer lands at new $359 low (Reg. $499)

Amazon is now offering the DJI RSC 2 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer for $358.99 shipped. This is a new all-time low as a discount from its usual $499 going rate. This is an extra $41 under the previous price cut and the first real discount of 2024. It was last on sale back in October of last year when the newer RSC 3 launched, but now Amazon is clearing out stock even more with the best discount yet.

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New AUVSI, DIU initiative to enhance drone cybersecurity

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The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) says it has signed a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Pentagon’s Defense Innovation Unit (DIU). The agreement establishes a pathway for drone component manufacturers with Green UAS certification to directly share their data with DIU. The goal is to potentially incorporate Green-certified components onto DIU’s Blue UAS Framework list.

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Robinson Helicopter scoops up drone maker Ascent AeroSystems

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America’s biggest non-military helicopter manufacturer, Robinson Helicopter Company, has acquired Ascent AeroSystems, a company that designs and manufactures rugged “coaxial” drones for the industrial, public safety, and defense markets. Through this acquisition, Ascent can now build its drones at Robinson’s cost-effective, vertically integrated manufacturing unit in California. 

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Zipline hits 1,000,000 commercial drone delivery milestone

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Autonomous drone delivery startup Zipline says it has made one million commercial deliveries to customers. It’s a feat that would have taken a human pilot 120 years of flying! In addition, the company has announced new partnerships with Panera Bread, Memorial Hermann Health System, and Jet’s Pizza starting in the greater Seattle, Houston, and Detroit metro areas respectively.

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Aloft launches live UTM telemetry for Skydio drones 

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Drone fleet management and airspace data specialist Aloft Technologies is joining forces with US drone maker Skydio to integrate live UTM (Uncrewed Traffic Management) telemetry. Available today for all enterprise, government, and public safety customers, you can now see your Skydio aircraft flying in real-time within the full context of the Aloft airspace maps and applications.

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A2Z Drone Delivery releases new safety features, hardware for smart winch

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Commercial aerial logistics solutions provider A2Z Drone Delivery has released several new safety features for its popular smart drone winch RDS2. And alongside the software-enabled features, that can be accessed via a firmware update, the company is also releasing a new weatherproof cover for the winch as well as a new auto-releasing bag hook able to deposit packages without a recipient awaiting the delivery.

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Anzu Robotics launches Raptor drone series as DJI alternative

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[Updated April 21 with DJI’s response]

Texas-based Anzu Robotics has announced its entrance into the US drone market with the launch of Raptor and Raptor T industrial aircraft. These drones have all the qualities of a great DJI alternative because they have been developed through a strategic licensing agreement with DJI itself but in a way that satisfies key geopolitical and cybersecurity concerns for most enterprise and public safety users.

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New all-time low drops DJI Mini 3 with DJI RC controller to $549 (Reg. $699), more

Amazon is now offering the DJI Mini 3 with DJI RC at $549 shipped. This drops from the usual $699 price tag and is a new all-time low. It’s an extra $50 below our previous spring discount. Also on sale today, the Fly More Combo bundle drops to $719. This one is an extra $80 under our previous mention and marks the second-best price yet. Spending the extra $170 gets you a pair of extra batteries, a charging cradle, carrying case, and some other gear.

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DJI bringing 4K camera to Mini 2 SE drone?

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The Mini 2 SE is one of the most popular travel-friendly camera drones from tech giant DJI. However, it is capable of shooting only 2.7K videos, and those looking for 4K have to turn to the pricier Mini 3 series or the Mini 4 Pro. But that could change with DJI planning to upgrade the camera chip in the new Mini 2 SE models it manufactures. And in preparation for that, the company has slashed the price of the current Mini 2 SE from $299 to $279!

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DJI Mini 2 SE folding drone has never sold for less at $279 (Reg. $339)

Amazon is now offering a new all-time low on the DJI Mini 2 SE Drone. On sale for the first time this spring, you can drop the folding quadcopter down to $279 shipped. That’s an extra $20 below our previous mention and saves you $60 in total from the usual $339 price tag. The new DJI Mini 2 SE just launched last spring as a second-generation version of its entry-level 249-gram quadcopter, complete with the company’s signature folding design and everything else you can read about below.

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uAvionix bags FAA contract to ensure conflict-free BVLOS drone comms

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Montana-based avionics solutions provider uAvionix says it has been awarded a contract by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to scale C-Band frequency management for regional drone communications. The initiative will enable multiple drones from different manufacturers to operate near each other while maintaining reliable and deconflicted command and control (C2) within the limited range of spectrum available for low-altitude operations.

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BYD unveils new low-cost ‘interstellar chariot’ electric SUV complete with a drone landing

If you ever wanted an electric SUV that looked straight out of a Star Wars movie (other than Tesla’s Cybertruck), BYD has just the vehicle for you. BYD’s Fang Cheng Bao brand unveiled its new Super 3 electric SUV concept Tuesday, which has a rugged “interstellar chariot” design. Complete with a landing pad for your drone, the new EV is expected to cost less than $28,000 (200,000 yuan).

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