Welcome to your weekly UAS news update we have 5 stories for you, New DJI Action 5, Air 3S hits FCC Database, Pilot Institute Community, a Drone finds missing Louisiana girl, and a press release on drone incursions into wild fire aircraft operations.
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00:00 Introduction
00:23 DJI Action 5
00:55 Air 3S Hits FCC Database
01:41 Pilot Institute Community
02:30 Drone Finds a Missing Girl
03:07 Drone Incursions in Wildfire Ops
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First up, DJI has released the new Action 5!
The action 5 comes with a new 1/1.3” sensor (the same size as the Mini 4 Pro), 10-bit D-Log M, HLG, horizon steady, subject tracking, a barometer/hydrometer, 47GB of internal storage, magnetic mounting, 4 hour battery life, 113 degree max operating temperature, and connection with the DJI Mic 2s!
Whew, lots cool specs, we’ll be getting on to check out and post some content on!
Next, the Air 3S has hit the FCC database!
We’ve seen quite a few leaks about the Air 3S, including some images with an RC-N3 series controller, what appears to be a larger sensor in a dual camera setup, and potentially larger batteries.
Rumors have also included that batteries may be compatible with the current Air 3.
We’ve seen some decent images of the Air 3, we’ll have to wait and see if DJI publishes an announcement any time soon!
Third up, a big Pilot Institute update. This week we launched the Premium Community with the goal to help part 107 pilots use their certificate to get paid work. In premium you’ll find tons of interviews and workshops, we’ll be releasing exclusive content every month. And, if you’re a fan of News Update, we have an extended version every week called Post Flight. Each episode we discuss News Update stories in more detail and give our personal opinion on the facts. Visit Pilotinstitute.com/community to check it all out!
Third up, a drone in Louisiana located a missing child this week.
A 10 year old Louisiana girl was reported missing early in the day on Sunday.
Searchers were unable to locate the girl, and a company from Arkansas, Drone Management Services, stepped in to assist.
Using what appears to be a Mavic 3 Thermal, Co-Owner Josh Kolber located the girl sleeping on the ground.
Great use of the drone Josh!
Last up, the National Interagency Fire Center has published data this week about 21 incidents where drones have operated near wildfires.
In 10 of these events, firefighting aircraft operations were suspended.
Generally, firefighting aircraft operate within a TFR, meaning other aircraft including traditional aircraft are not permitted in that area.
Be sure to check the TFRs before you take off, especially in wildfire prone areas.
Alright, that’s all we’ve got! Greg will be back on Monday, so he’ll see you then for the live Q&A!