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Mystery Sightings, NASA UTM & NDAA ’25 on Weekly Wings!

December 12, 2024 by Miriam McNabb 1 Comment

Welcome to this week’s episode of Weekly Wings, your trusted source for all things drones! Hosts Paul Rossi and Terry Neff bring you a mix of expert insights, industry updates, and engaging banter. As the holiday season ramps up, Paul and Terry discuss plans to transition the podcast to a bi-weekly schedule. This change will allow for deeper dives into topics and richer discussions in the new year.

The two explore the current challenges facing DJI drones in the U.S., including the regulatory landscape that has impacted product imports during the previous months. Legislative updates focus on the FCC’s planned evaluations of Chinese-manufactured drones, avoiding an outright ban but setting the stage for tighter scrutiny and the impact on U.S. drone manufacturers.

A deep dive into Russia’s use of FPV sleeper drones for ambush tactics includes the technological advancements enabling drones to lie in wait for extended periods before engaging targets.

Discover how NASA is collaborating with the FAA to roll out unmanned traffic management (UTM) systems, making drone deliveries a reality in Dallas-Fort Worth and setting a precedent for future operations nationwide.

The hosts speculate on the mysterious drone sightings reported across New Jersey, from UFO theories to potential government or private testing, all while keeping things lighthearted and humorous.

Get a glimpse of the recent drone displays, including SpaceX’s 12 Days of Christmas show in Texas and a record-breaking 8,000-drone performance in Japan that wowed audiences worldwide.

Celebrate DroneUp’s achievement of receiving a Part 135 UAS air carrier certificate, a significant step forward in expanding the drone delivery ecosystem and advancing commercial operations. From regulatory updates to breathtaking drone displays, this episode covers it all.

Tune in to stay informed and entertained, and don’t forget to subscribe to the DroneLife.com newsletter for daily industry updates!

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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.
For drone industry consulting or writing, Email Miriam.

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  1. Elaine Grandbois says

    December 13, 2024 at 3:52 pm

    We really need information STAT on all these drones! Stress is building and fear can cause heart attacks and strokes, especially in older adults. No one in our government seems to care about that.
    Please encourage transparency!

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