The Law Enforcement Drone Association (LEDA) has issued a strong rebuttal to the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) following an opinion piece by AUVSI President and CEO Michael Robbins, published on DroneLife on February 24, 2025. In a…
As of March 6, 2025, the Blue sUAS Cleared List—a roster of U.S. government-approved drones—has undergone a dramatic update, shrinking from 15 vendors to 10 in just a week. According to a comparison of the list between February 28 and…
Welcome to your Weekly UAS News Update! We have four stories for you this week: DJI launches a new Dock 3 and a new drone, Connecticut‘s emergency bill banning Chinese drones, your last chance to submit comments to the Department…
In recent years, DJI drones have become ubiquitous in the U.S., used by everyone from First Responders and small businesses to hobbyists and farmers. The reasons are simple: DJI makes highly capable, safe, reliable, affordable, and easy-to-fly drones that are…
Weekly UAS News Update We have four stories this week: Let’s get to it! GAO Report on Foreign-Made Drones The Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report on the Department of Interior’s (DOI) stance on foreign drones. Currently, the DOI…
In a recent discussion, drone industry experts Vic Moss and Greg Reverdiau shed light on the ongoing debate surrounding drone bans in the United States. Their conversation focused on the American Security Drone Act (ASDA), state-level regulations, and the potential…
Mientras el Capitolio debate la H.R. 2864, la Ley contra los drones de la PCC, tengo claro que esta legislación equivocada amenaza con dejar en tierra a nuestros héroes y comprometer la seguridad pública en aras del beneficio político. Permítanme explicarles. Como director general y fundador de...
The Rising Dependence on DJI Drones Kentucky‘s Hardin County sheriffs’ first drone, a DJI Matrice 300, became a game-changer in 2021 when it swiftly identified teenagers vandalizing a large farm. This success led the department to build a fleet of…
En un intento por mantener su presencia en el mercado estadounidense, DJI, el principal fabricante chino de drones, forja alianzas y acuerdos de licencia con empresas con sede en Estados Unidos. Este movimiento se produce en un momento en el que los legisladores presionan para que se prohíba...
A Broken Trust and Political Stunts Members of the Drone Industry are livid over recent political maneuvers targeting Chinese-made drones, particularly those manufactured by DJI. Congresswoman Elise Stefanik’s actions have sparked a fierce backlash, as her recent legislative moves threaten…
Although I’m less concerned than I used to be about an all-out ban on DJI happening in the United States, I do want to share some information that should remove any doubts you have about the actual reason it continues…
Actualización semanal de noticias de la UAS ¡Bienvenidos a la actualización semanal de noticias de la UAS! Tenemos tres historias para usted esta semana. Una vez más, vamos a discutir el Drone para First Responder Act porque esto es sólo una idea horrible. En segundo lugar, vamos a...
Bienvenidos al boletín semanal de noticias de la UAS. Tenemos seis historias para usted esta semana. Tenemos la Ley de Reautorización de la FAA, volar sobre la gente acaba de conseguir mucho más fácil (este es un fresco), los problemas de Philly YouTuber no terminan, un nuevo...
The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 brings significant updates to regulations affecting Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). This legislation aims to enhance the integration, safety, and efficiency of drone operations in the U.S. National Airspace System…
Wayne Baker’s Journey from Firefighting to DJI In a recent interview, Wayne Baker, former fire chief and current Director of Stakeholder Engagement at DJI, shared his experiences and insights on the use of drones in public safety and the challenges…
AUVSI’s Stance on Banning Chinese DJI Drones Now, AUVSI does not, and I repeat, does not support efforts that would bring about an immediate ban on Chinese drones. Michael Robbins, Co-CEO AUVSI Someone has some explaining to do. On February…
Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update This week, we have three exciting stories for you: a new DJI release, controversy involving AUVSI, and an update on the individual who flew a drone over an NFL game in Maryland. Let’s dive…
La polémica sobre la prohibición de los drones de DJI En el ámbito de la defensa y la legislación de los drones, la Asociación Internacional de Sistemas de Vehículos No Tripulados (AUVSI) se erige como una gran influencia, guiando la trayectoria de la política de drones en Estados Unidos. Sin embargo,...
In the vast and varied landscape of American agriculture, drones have become indispensable tools, revolutionizing the way farmers monitor crop health, manage resources, and maximize yields. Among these, DJI drones, manufactured by the Chinese tech giant Da Jiang Innovations, have…
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. We have four stories for you this week. 11 folks arrested after drones delivered contraband to prison Firstly, 11 individuals were arrested after drones delivered Contraband to a federal prison. The Midow County…
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. We have five stories for you this week. Pilot Institute, that’s us! We are launching a new student community, and it’s massive. AUVSI jumps on the anti-Chinese bandwagon, which is not good. We…
Bienvenido a tu actualización semanal de noticias sobre UAS, la edición de Año Nuevo. Echemos un vistazo a todo lo que ha pasado este año, incluidos los drones para el bien, la compilación "Don't Be That Guy", la regulación de los drones, las actualizaciones del Pilot Institute y los nuevos drones. Nuevos...
The Drone Service Providers Alliance (DSPA) has made a significant move in the world of unmanned aerial systems by releasing crucial information on how to apply for 107.39 waivers, for drone operations over people and moving vehicles (OOP/OOMV). This release…
Welcome to this week’s webcast from the Unmanned Tactical Group and Pilot Institute’s Public Safety News Update. In this webcast, we’re going to discuss how Kent Fire was able to find a missing woman who had been lost for eight…
Together with AUVSI, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) hosts two important events this summer, the FAA Drone Symposium and the AAM Summit. The 8th annual Drone Symposium will highlight the FAA’s plans for safe integration and innovation, from beyond visual…
How’s it going, everybody? Welcome to our very first webcast with the Pilot Institute, an Unmanned Tactical Group partnership. We aim to provide you with up-to-date news specifically related to public safety. We plan to host these webcasts every other…
Welcome to the weekly UAS News update. We have three stories for you. The first one is about Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), something is happening with the FAA, and we’ll talk about that. We also have a bill in Iowa…
Chinese drone manufacturer DJI has been prohibited from exhibiting at XPonential 2023, one of the most significant trade shows in the Drone Industry, due to policies enacted by the event organizers, AUVSI. Updated at 9:18 pm with a response from…
The Association for Uncrewed Vehicles International (AUVSI) is hosting its annual XPonential conference, which has become one of the world’s top drone conferences. The event started on May 8th and will run until May 11th at the Colorado Convention Center…
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. We have four stories for you this week: DJI loses $279 million in a lawsuit, Autel Robotics is potentially releasing a new drone called the Autel Alpha, an Arkansas country of origin ban…
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