DJI has today announced plans to launch an Unmanned Aerial Systems Training Center (UTC) program across North America. The Chinese industry leader is partnering with industrial UAV experts RMUS to open eight training centers. DJI's motivation for the move is clear. In a blog post published by the company today, they cite the vast increase in commercial drone pilots, the … [Read more...] about DJI to Launch UTC Training Center Program Across North America
Ohio
Sensefly Drone to Inspect Ohio Bridge
The Buckeye State will soon buzz a busy bridge in an inaugural drone inspection along the Ohio Turnpike. The Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission announced plans to deploy a SenseFly Albris over the Sandusky River Bridge. The 970-foot-span bridge includes one of the turnpike’s busiest stretches of highway. Inspecting the whole infrastructure can prove challenging as … [Read more...] about Sensefly Drone to Inspect Ohio Bridge
American Police Agencies Love Them Some Drones
All-Points Bulletin: All units -- be on the lookout for yet another gang of American police agencies ramping up the drone use for public-safety missions. These drones are unarmed and not dangerous. Vermont Grand Isle County Sheriff Ray Allen thinks drones are a grand idea for law enforcement. According to the Burlington Free Press, Allen’s department recently invested $7,000 … [Read more...] about American Police Agencies Love Them Some Drones
Can Police Drones Save Money for Ohio?
Law-enforcement officials in Ohio hope that drone deployment may make their jobs more effective and trim down their aerial budgets. Several departments across the Buckeye State are reporting successful uses of UAV tech to complement or even replace more expensive helicopters. WSYX reports: “If departments are successful in establishing drone projects, the unmanned … [Read more...] about Can Police Drones Save Money for Ohio?
Drone Breaks Glass of Great American Tower
The north side of the Great American Tower was damaged by a drone being operated in that area on Tuesday. The collision caused the glass of the building to break and fall down on the garage. The spokesperson for Western & Southern Financial Group and Great American Tower, José Marques, recounted that the unmanned aircraft collided with the building between the 28th and … [Read more...] about Drone Breaks Glass of Great American Tower
