The Countering CCP Drones Act would ban federal funds from being used to purchase drones made by the Chinese company DJI, citing national security risks.
Welcome to your weekly UAS News update. We’ve got five stories for you this week. We’ll discuss a drone ban update, a Green Day concert paused for a drone flight, a partnership between Flir and AirData, the use of a…
In a recent letter, a group of lawmakers has raised concerns about the increasing use of Chinese-manufactured agriculture drones in the United States. The letter, addressed to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, highlights…
US House Bans New DJI Drones: A Closer Look The US House of Representatives has just approved the Countering CCP Drones Act (H.R. 2864), a bill aimed at banning the operation of new drones from Chinese manufacturer DJI in the…
A dozen Republican lawmakers are pushing the Biden administration to address the use of Chinese-manufactured agriculture drones, citing national security risks. In a letter seen by Reuters, the lawmakers, including Representatives Elise Stefanik, Ashley Hinson, and John Moolenaar, have asked…
DJI, the world’s largest consumer drone manufacturer, is vigorously defending itself against allegations that it’s selling “cloned” products through other companies to bypass U.S. federal bans. The Chinese firm addressed these claims in a detailed blog post, responding to concerns…
Welcome to Your Weekly UAS News Update We have five stories for you this week. Yes, this is going to be a bit of a long one. We have updated Countering CCP Drones Act language, two of them actually. We…
U.S. lawmakers are sounding the alarm over what they perceive as a potential security threat from Chinese drone manufacturer DJI. The company is accused of using an unusual licensing agreement to sidestep restrictions on its products in the American market.…
A Montana-based drone pilot and business owner is pushing back against proposed legislation that would ban certain Chinese-made drones, according to an email exchange shared with DroneXL. Senator Tester’s Proposed Ban Targets DJI Drones Eric Larson, owner of Shashin Studio…
Police departments and rescue workers are pushing back against efforts to ban Chinese-made DJI drones in the United States, according to a recent report from The Wall Street Journal. DJI Drones Dominate US Market Chinese drone manufacturer DJI currently holds…
The ongoing debate surrounding Chinese-made drones in the U.S. has taken a new turn. According to a tweet by Scott Shtofman, a bipartisan amendment has been submitted to include the Countering CCP Drones Act in the Senate’s version of the…
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have 4 stories for you: Senate NDAA Bill Release, drone show loses 55 drones, the Freefly Astro Prime, and Watts Innovations is transitioning into something else. Senate NDAA Bill Release The Senate…
Vic Moss from the Drone Service Provider Alliance and the Drone Advocacy Alliance has shared important news regarding the Countering CCP Drones Act. In a Facebook video, Moss revealed that the language of this controversial act is not included in…
As reported by DroneXL, the ongoing debate surrounding a potential ban on DJI drones in the United States has taken center stage, with public safety experts sounding the alarm about the wide-ranging impact such legislation could have on first responders,…
The US Department of Commerce has added drone manufacturer Autel Robotics to its “entity list,” effectively blacklisting the company, according to a statement from lawmakers. This move subjects Autel to export restrictions and specific licensing requirements for certain technologies and…
DJI Drone Ban: U.S. Lawmakers Target Chinese Tech Amid Privacy Concerns In an excellent article from 404 Media, Jason Koebler explains why the DJI Drone Ban is a “uniquely American clusterfuck.” “This potential ban is a uniquely American clusterfuck that…
The House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party held hearings today that shed light on the growing concerns surrounding Chinese-made drones, particularly those manufactured by DJI. The committee’s discussions centered on…
AGFunderNews reports that a North Carolina farmer is speaking out against proposed legislation targeting Chinese-made agricultural spray drones, highlighting the potential impact on U.S. farming practices. Farmer’s Perspective on DJI Drones Russell Hedrick, a first-generation farmer from Hickory, North Carolina,…
In a recent development, Igor Bogdanov from Quadro_News shared a new photo about the rumored DJI Air 3S drone, stirring excitement among drone enthusiasts. This news comes at a crucial time, as the United States considers imposing restrictions on DJI…
Unless any major developments occur, this will be my last video about the potential ban of DJI drones in the United States for a while. Although it’s an important issue, it’s also kind of tiring to keep hearing about it,…
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…
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. We have five stories for you this week. First off, an update on the DJI Ban. Secondly, a creepy drone stalker who got arrested, a Drones for Good story, Flite Fest, and a…
Axon and Skydio announced the launch of an end-to-end offering for drones in public safety, including a scalable Drone as First Responder (DFR) solution. This expanded alliance brings together Skydio‘s leading Drone Technology with Axon’s comprehensive suite of products for…
A recent video and photo shared by the drone website SBDJI showcase what appears to be the next iteration of DJI’s popular Air series, potentially named the DJI Air 3S or DJI Air 4. Captured during a test flight in…
Skydio, a US-based drone manufacturer, has announced the formation of its National Security Advisory Board, featuring a group of experts in defense and military technology. The board aims to guide Skydio‘s strategy and tactics in the rapidly growing defense sector.…
Tester Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Chinese Drones Over Spying Concerns U.S. Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) plans to introduce a Senate companion to the Countering CCP Drones Act on Thursday, June 19, 2024. The bill, originally authored by Representative…
Hei kaikki, John McBride täällä. Halusin tulla kertomaan ajatuksiani tästä koko "DJI-kielto on tulossa" ja tarjota näkökulmani kaverina, joka on seurannut tätä alaa hyvin pitkään. Haluan...
Kun keskustelu DJI:n lennokkien mahdollisesta kieltämisestä jatkuu, on tärkeää erottaa tosiasiat fiktiosta. Koska aihe on luonteeltaan häilyvä ja epävakaa, on tärkeää tarjota tarkkaa ja ajantasaista tietoa. Vic Moss teki...
Laki läpäisee edustajainhuoneen osana NDAA: ta, siirtyy senaattiin vastustuksesta huolimatta Countering CCP Drones Act, lakiehdotus, joka voisi tehokkaasti kieltää kiinalaisen drone-valmistajan DJI: n Yhdysvaltain markkinoilta, on liitetty välttämättömään kansalliseen puolustuslupaan....
Capitol Hillin keskustellessa H.R. 2864:stä, Countering CCP Drones Act -laista, minulle on selvää, että tämä harhaanjohtava lainsäädäntö uhkaa jäädyttää sankarimme ja vaarantaa yleisen turvallisuuden poliittisen hyödyn vuoksi. Sallikaa minun selittää. Toimitusjohtajana ja perustajana...
Kasvava riippuvuus DJI:n lennokeista Kentuckyn Hardinin piirikunnan sheriffin ensimmäinen lennokki, DJI Matrice 300, muutti pelin vuonna 2021, kun se tunnisti nopeasti teini-ikäiset, jotka tekivät ilkivaltaa suurella maatilalla. Tämä menestys johti siihen, että osasto rakensi laivaston...
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