Weather Drones, Ghost Sharks & Prison Smuggling: Weekly Wings Drone Podcast

Miriam McNabb

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You won’t want to miss this episode of the Weekly Wings drone podcast! The current stories in the drone industry, brought to. you from the pilot perspective.

Weather Drones, Ghost Sharks & Prison Smuggling | August 26, 2024

In this insightful episode of the Weekly Wings podcast, Paul Rossi, Samuel Stansberry, and Terry Neff bring you the latest in unmanned aerial systems (UAS) technology and its impact across various sectors. The episode kicks off with a detailed look at how the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is leveraging advanced drones to improve wildfire weather forecasting. These drones are designed to gather crucial atmospheric data in real-time, offering a glimpse into the future of disaster management – https://www.denver7.com/news/wildfire/noaa-using-new-drone-to-gather-crucial-weather-information-during-active-wildfires

The discussion then shifts to the University of Memphis, which has secured significant funding to develop a cutting-edge UAS testing facility. This new center will push the boundaries of drone capabilities, particularly in adverse weather conditions, setting the stage for future military and commercial applications – https://www.memphisflyer.com/university-of-memphis-secures-30m-contract-to-develop-drone-testing-facility

In a fascinating tech spotlight, the team explores the “Ghost Shark,” an autonomous undersea vehicle developed by Anduril Industries. This formidable submarine drone is poised to revolutionize undersea warfare and surveillance, showcasing the rapidly evolving landscape of military technology – https://www.thedefensepost.com/2024/08/23/us-ghost-shark-submarine-drone/

The episode also covers a concerning trend in prison smuggling, where drones have been used to deliver contraband into Georgia prisons over the past five years. The hosts discuss the implications of this illegal activity and the challenges of counter-drone technologies in secure environments –https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/23-indicted-alleged-schemes-smuggle-drugs-phones-georgia-113025806

On a more positive note, the success stories segment highlights two heartwarming rescues: a 93-year-old woman found in Tennessee and a missing child located on Oak Island, North Carolina, both thanks to the quick deployment of drones by local emergency services – https://www.wsmv.com/2024/08/24/missing-93-year-old-woman-found-sumner-county-using-drone/ and https://www.wect.com/2024/08/23/missing-child-found-by-drone-unit-oak-island/

Finally, the regulatory corner dives into the FAA’s latest actions, including a waiver granted to Cyberhawk for expanded beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations and a detailed breakdown of over $340,000 in civil penalties issued to drone operators for various infractions,

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Miriam McNabb

Miriam McNabb is the Editor-in-Chief of DRONELIFE and CEO of JobForDrones, a professional drone services marketplace, and a fascinated observer of the emerging drone industry and the regulatory environment for drones. Miriam has penned over 3,000 articles focused on the commercial drone space and is an international speaker and recognized figure in the industry. Miriam has a degree from the University of Chicago and over 20 years of experience in high tech sales and marketing for new technologies.
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