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Drone CEO Warns of Escalating Airspace Risks, Calls for Urgent Reforms
A leading drone industry executive has sounded the alarm on unregulated drone operations, highlighting a recent collision during Texas flood rescues as a stark example of preventable dangers. In an opinion piece published on Fox News, Tom Walker, founder and…
Estonian Drone Maker Threod Explores Sale as Ukraine War Fuels Demand Surge
Threod Systems, an Estonian drone manufacturer, is considering a sale to capitalize on the rapid growth in demand for unmanned aircraft driven by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, according to Bloomberg. Rapid Revenue Growth and Customer Base Threod Systems achieved…
The U.S. Government Just Launched a Secret Weapon Against DJI Drones – Section 232
The United States government is conducting a security investigation into DJI and Autel drones to assess whether their import or use poses a threat to national security. The outcome of this investigation seems predictable—it will likely align with the government’s…
DJI Calls for Evidence-Based Review as NDAA Deadline Threatens US Drone Access
Congress passed the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 last December, setting a December 23, 2025, deadline for a national security agency to assess risks posed by Chinese-manufactured drones. With less than six months remaining, DJI has intensified…
Ukrainian Hackers Claim Major Cyber Strike on Russian Drone Supplier Gaskar Group
Ukrainian hackers have struck a blow to Russia’s drone capabilities by infiltrating and dismantling the digital infrastructure of Gaskar Group, a key manufacturer supplying unmanned aerial vehicles to Moscow’s military. This operation, involving hacktivist groups and Ukraine’s intelligence, highlights the…
DEXA Secures FAA Nationwide BVLOS Waiver for Scalable Drone Deliveries
U.S. drone delivery company DEXA has achieved a major regulatory milestone by obtaining a national Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration, enabling autonomous operations without visual observers across the country. This approval positions DEXA…
Ukrainian Drone Pioneer Warns of European Firms Faking Combat Tests and Pilfering Tech Secrets
Ukrainian drone manufacturer Skyeton’s CEO, Roman Knyazhenko, has leveled serious accusations against some European defense companies, claiming they fabricate battlefield credentials and attempt to steal proprietary technologies from firms like his. This revelation highlights vulnerabilities in the global drone industry…
FAA BVLOS NPRM Missed, Drone Ban Proposal, and Drone Hits Helicopter in TX
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have three stories for you this week: the FAA missed the deadline for the BVLOS and PRM, Senator Rick Scott introduced the Drones for America Act to phase out Chinese drones, and…
Russia’s Record 728-Drone Attack on Ukraine Highlights Escalating Drone Warfare
On July 9, 2025, Russia launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Ukraine, deploying 728 drones and 13 missiles, marking the largest drone attack of the ongoing conflict. This escalation, reported by Reuters, came hours after U.S. President Donald Trump pledged…
NYPD Seeks Drone Mitigation Authority to Protect New York City Skies
Last fall, a drone illegally soared over a Mets playoff game, hovering above tens of thousands of fans at Citi Field. This incident, coupled with thousands of unmanned aerial vehicles spotted over New York City’s tristate area last winter, underscores…
Ukraine Boosts Drone Production with Western Deals Amid Escalating Russia-Ukraine Drone Warfare
On July 6, 2025, Ukraine and Russia exchanged hundreds of drone strikes, disrupting air travel and escalating their ongoing conflict, while Ukraine announced new partnerships to ramp up unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) production. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed deals with…
Ukrainian Drone Attacks Disrupt Moscow Airspace, Highlight Escalating UAV Warfare
On July 6, 2025, Russian air defenses intercepted six Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow, escalating tensions in the ongoing conflict and showcasing the growing role of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in modern warfare. Reuters reported that the incident led to temporary…