Estonian Schools Fortify Against Drone Threats
#Estonia #DroneSafetyEstonian town Tartu reinforces school windows with protective film to shield children from stray Ukrainian drones, which Ukraine blames on Russian jamming. Schools prepare shelters and drills amid recurring drone incidents near the Russian border. read more
Over 600 drones seized near World Cup sites
#FIFAWorldCup #DroneSafetySince June 11, U.S. agencies seized over 600 drones near World Cup venues and fan zones. FBI confiscated 130 in Miami and 70 in Dallas. Violators face $100,000 fines, criminal charges, and drone forfeiture. read more
United Airlines jet nearly hits drone landing at Newark
#DroneSafety #AviationIncidentUnited Airlines flight 1513 nearly struck a circular, three-foot-wide drone while landing at Newark, with a second pilot reporting a similar sighting. The plane landed safely with 111 aboard. The FAA is investigating. read more
Australia lifts drone ban after critical shark attack
#SharkAttack #DroneSafetyAustralia temporarily lifts bans on shark-spotting drones at Coogee Beach after a woman was critically injured in a shark attack. Regulators will review restrictions to enhance swimmer safety, following a summer of increased shark activity. read more
Swedish Man Fined for Drunk-Driving Drone in First Case
#Sweden #DroneSafetyA man in Sweden was fined for drunk-driving a drone, the first such case in the country. He had three times the legal alcohol limit in his blood. The court applied the same punishment as for drink-driving. read more