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While they might seem like toys, a high-quality quadcopter is a serious investment, and an easy way to add production value to a film project, or get a unique view on the world for your travel vlog. We've flown plenty, and these are the best drones in our tests.
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Temple
The Droning Company featured pilot Ryan Robinson captured this exterior footage of the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Hindu temple complex in Chino Hills, California, with a DJI Air 2S.
Cleo Robotics Cracks the Code for Ducted-Fan Drone Tech
The cute and aptly named Dronut X1 by Boston-based Cleo Robotics is the planet's first bi-rotor ducted drone.
New "Naked" GoPro Hero10 Black Bones Made for DIY FPV Pilots
The Do-It-Yourself (DIY) brigade of drone pilots has not gone unnoticed by GoPro.
AI-powered Autonomous Drones Are Changing Critical Business Operations
There are some drone applications that stand out for their potential to change business and society. Percepto’s AI-powered autonomous industrial drone platform is a prime example.
Volunteer Ukrainian Drone Unit: "We Are All Soldiers Now"
Aerorozvidka, the volunteer Ukrainian drone unit founded by civilian IT experts, has been building custom drones and modifying consumer drones to deploy explosives against the invading Russian army.
Unnamed Pilot Takes Spectacular Flight Through Telsa Gigafactory in Berlin-Brandenburg
An extremely talented—though unidentified—drone pilot recently captured some stunning footage at Telsa's Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg in Germany.
The Future of Power Line Inspection
Power lines are a crucial means for distributing electricity and other forms of energy, but they can also be a safety hazard. Drones are an innovative way to inspect power lines.
Telemetry Overlay: Data-Enabled Drone Video Can Tell the Whole Story and More
Most modern aerial vehicles that record video also record a stream of telemetry data—a flight log.
The Waco Circle
The Droning Company certified pilot Phillip Lewis buzzes the Circle in Waco, Texas.
U.S. Sends 100 Kamikaze Drones to Ukraine
The U.S. is getting into the fight—with assistance at least—by sending Ukraine forces 100 Switchblade tactical unmanned aerial systems.
Beach Day for Drones Set for May 14 in San Diego
On May 14, 2022, drone hobbyists will gather to enjoy a day at the beach in Fiesta Island, San Diego, California.
Job Alert: Aerial Surveying is Booming (If You Have the Right Skills and Gear)
Aerial surveying is changing the way a variety of construction projects are surveyed and managed.