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Tag: Drone

Somalia Bans Drones Near Major Airport After Al-Shabaab Threats

Somali Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA) has prohibited drone use within 5 nautical miles of Adan Abdulle International Airport in all directions, except for drones with the authority’s permission. The ban is aimed at safeguarding civil aviation and ensuring passengers and airport personnel are safe at the airport, a hub for domestic and international traffic. The…
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October 15, 2024
Africa’s Growing Drone Market: Innovations and Opportunities Across the Continent

The drone industry in Africa is rapidly evolving, with several companies making significant strides in manufacturing, training, and service delivery. Countries like South Africa, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Ghana are leading the charge, leveraging both military and civilian drone technology to address local challenges and tap into global markets. This article explores the top players in…
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October 14, 2024
Chinese company HighGreat Innovative sets two drone world records in Shenzhen

According to the firm, it dazzled the skies with 7,998 drones to create the “Largest Aeral Image Formed by Drones” and mesmerized spectators as 8,100 UAVs soared simultaneously, setting the record for “Most Drones Flying at the Same Time.”
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September 12, 2024
US spy drone still flying near Crimea

The American RQ-4B Global Hawk reconnaissance drone, which took off from Sicily, Italy, circles over the neutral waters of the Black Sea near Russia’s Crimea. At a certain moment, the drone disappeared from flight radar, but then reappeared. Now more than 5.5 thousand people are following it on this site. The American RQ-4B Global Hawk…
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June 5, 2024