Firefly Drones

05/31/2026

Tonight's over in .

05/30/2026

UPDATE: Newman has been found. Thank you to everyone who shared and took the time to look. Unfortunately, the elements were against her. Please keep Newman's family in your hearts.

🚨 MISSING 🚨 "Newman" has been missing in , in the Hadley Rd / Meadowbrook Dr area since yesterday. She is an older chihuahua mix who needs her regular medications to stay healthy.

Current weather conditions are unsafe for my to be in the air, but I am keeping an eye on the forecast.

If you see Newman, please contact Jourdan DelMonte or reach out to me!

Friends of the Franklin County Regional Dog Shelter, Lost Pets of Amherst, Sunderland Fire Department, Sunderland Police Department

05/30/2026

It's me! I often get approached while flying by people with lots of drone questions. Don't be afraid to say hello if you see me. I'm always happy to answer questions, show some of my equipment, and discuss what a licensed drone pilot can do for you!

05/29/2026

Another 360 shot of Shelburne Falls, MA. This one taken above the bridge spanning the Deerfield River.

05/29/2026

The newly renovated is a pedestrian bridge in spanning the .

05/28/2026

Beautiful morning for a flight around . Looking north up the .

05/28/2026

360 shot of the Shelburne Falls Potholes.

05/24/2026

This is a longer (6 mine, 25 sec) video flying over the fields of along the . Not an exciting thrill ride, but a fun view of with a little buzz of a field at the end.

I'd love to hear what you think!

If I create enough of these, it could make a nice little YouTube channel to have on in the background at your business or event!

A lazy flight over the fields of Sunderland, Massachusetts along th...

05/22/2026

This video demonstrates some of the challenges of searching areas under thick brush or canopy. Some techniques include searching the same area from multiple angles, using methods of getting below the canopy, and utilizing a cooler environment (like this morning) to hopefully increase temperature differences. It's also important to understand what you're looking for in a heat signature.

One of my drones always records regular images/video even when operating in Thermal Imaging mode. This feature makes a video like this one possible.

05/22/2026

I spent two an a half hours this morning on the continued search for “Jack,” the missing dog near the center of Sunderland. Unfortunately, I didn’t have any success. Jack has been missing for several days and I was only contacted on Wednesday evening.

I do not charge for my time or equipment when helping to search for lost pets. But I do accept donations to help me cover my expenses and continue to provide this service FREE OF CHARGE.

If you are interested in helping me continue this service, please consider supporting my efforts. My Venmo is [at]fireflydrones and my profile picture is the same as my social media profile.

I will share a QR code soon for those who find that easier.

I’m still hoping Jack manages to find his way home!

Friends of the Franklin County Regional Dog Shelter, Belchertown Animal Control