The unprovoked Russian invasion of Ukraine has passed the 2 week mark and Ukrainian forces are putting up a mighty resistance. Volunteer fighters from all over the globe are joining the fight to help repel the Russian aggression.
But even from thousands of miles away, there’s now a way you can support Ukrainian fighters: with a drone donation.
US based Skylum Software, makers of AI-powered photo editing software Luminar, is helping to answer the call to strengthen Ukrainian surveillance with donations of recreational drones.
Our defenders can act faster and more decisively with the help of drones and provide better security to civilians with prior warnings about imminent danger. Your drone will be saving lives!
First reported by the Associated Press, Ukrainian drone hobbyists have been using their aerial cameras to locate Russian convoys and then share images and GPS location data with Ukrainian forces.
And now Skylum has stepped in to organize donations of drone from around the world, handling the logistics and distribution to Ukrainian troops via their facility in Poland.
How you can help
You can help two ways: donate a drone you no longer use or need, or purchase a new drone and have it shipped directly to the Skylum team in Poland.
What drones are needed:
Skylum’s list of recommended drones for Ukraine support are:
- DJI Mavic 2 Zoom
- DJI DRON Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual
- Autel Evo II
- DJI Air 2S
- DJI Mavic Air 2
- DJI Mavic 2 Pro
- DJI Mini or Mini 2
Skylum Marketing Manager Sabina Iliasova is coordinating the logistics and can provide you with shipping details and contact information on where to send your drone. You can reach out to her at sabina@skylum.com for more information.
I am trying to donate my drone to the Ukrainian cause but I can’t seem to find out how.
Are you also accepting RC Planes to fight the Russians? Is this possible? The planes wings are over 1 meter long. The arc Plane I have is an Avister by Hobico. I think it could be used somehow. What do you think?
Hi Charles, I would suggest to check out https://skylum.com/da/blog/ukraine-asks-for-your-help-we-can-protect-civilians-with-drones and mail them (using the emailadress given on that website) for further instructions. So great you want to donate – it makes a difference!
I have a DJI vision 2 plus and 3 batteries I’m in Canada like to donate to Ukraine