Drone & Aerial Photography — 2026-07-15
DJI unveils its first eVTOL drone, the EV50, marking a significant leap into electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. Meanwhile, the FCC proposes new rules requiring online marketplaces to display FCC IDs for drones, and legacy DJI hardware faces an imminent support cutoff in September.
Drone & Aerial Photography — 2026-07-15
Gear News
DJI EV50 eVTOL Drone Enters Service
DJI officially unveiled its first electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) drone, the EV50, in what the company describes as "one of the world's toughest proving grounds." The debut signals DJI's expansion beyond traditional quadcopter and folding camera drones into the emerging eVTOL category—a market that could revolutionize urban air mobility and industrial operations.
DJI Legacy Hardware Loses Support in September
DJI announced it will suspend official service support for older Zenmuse camera systems effective September 2026. While the hardware may continue to function, users flying legacy DJI systems should plan upgrades or workarounds before the support window closes.
Regulation Watch
FCC Proposes FCC ID Display Rule for Online Drone Sales
The Federal Communications Commission has proposed new regulations requiring online marketplaces like Amazon to prominently display FCC IDs for drone listings. The rule aims to improve transparency and compliance tracking in the e-commerce drone market, making it easier for consumers to verify that drones meet federal communications standards.
Shot of the Week
Aerial Site Inspections: Professional Standards in 2026
Impact Aerial published a comprehensive guide to drone-based site inspections, covering compliance best practices and survey methodologies that professionals should follow. The guide addresses structural assessments, infrastructure monitoring, and how to document findings that meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
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