In this episode of Weekly Wings, co-hosts Paul Rossi and Terry Neff take listeners on a whirlwind tour of the latest developments in the drone industry and beyond. From dramatic rescue missions to cutting-edge military tech, and even a surprising navigation lesson from dung beetles, this episode is packed with fascinating insights and lively discussions.
The episode kicks off with a story about a hiker who got separated from his group on Mount Shavano. The discussion explores the role of drones in search and rescue operations, highlighting their increasing importance in emergency situations - https://www.wjhg.com/2024/08/29/co-workers-leave-hiker-behind-during-office-retreat-rescued-next-day/?outputType=amp
Paul and Terry dive into the latest military uses of FPV drones, including a gripping video demonstration of a soldier using a shotgun to take down a drone. The conversation touches on how warfare is rapidly evolving with the integration of drone technology - https://www.tiktok.com/@kagan_dunlap/video/7408605941584727338?_r=1&_t=8pI5ucC1pFu
The hosts discuss how the San Francisco Police Department is leveraging drones in conjunction with the Flock safety system to combat rising crime rates, notably reducing auto break-ins by 70% - https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/watch-drone-catches-san-francisco-smash-and-grab-thieves-in-the-act/
In a surprising twist, the episode explores how the humble dung beetle’s navigation techniques are being studied to improve space and drone technology, particularly in GPS-denied environments - https://scitechdaily.com/130-million-year-old-navigation-trick-could-transform-space-and-drone-tech/
The episode highlights AeroVironment’s recent $990 million contract to supply Switchblade drones to the U.S. Army, underlining the company’s significant role in modern military operations - https://www.defensenews.com/land/2024/08/28/aerovironment-wins-nearly-1b-to-supply-switchblade-munitions-to-army/
Listeners are treated to the story of a spectacular drone light show in Atlanta featuring Steve Harvey's face, created by Luna Light Drone Light Shows. The show was a viral sensation and a testament to the growing popularity of drone entertainment - https://parade.com/news/steve-harvey-drone-light-projection-atlanta-photo-answers-aug-2024
The episode also covers Event 38’s new Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver for pipeline inspection, marking a significant milestone in the commercial drone industry - https://dronelife.com/2024/08/27/event-38-drone-secures-bvlos-waiver-for-pipeline-inspection/
Finally, the episode wraps up with a look at Virginia Tech’s drone camp, an exciting initiative aimed at educating the next generation of drone professionals - https://news.vt.edu/videos/k/2024/08/1_qm9154zl.html
Tune in to hear all this and more, and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies shaping the world of drones.
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