Blue sUAS
Blue sUAS Drones: Explore the U.S. government’s Blue sUAS program. Get the latest news on drones approved for government and defense use.
Syracuse Police Drone Program’s $619,000 Budget For 5 Drones Signals Blue sUAS Tech
Syracuse, New York, is poised to launch a pioneering “Drone as First Responder” program, expanding from high-priority 911 calls to any incident deemed to enhance public safety, according to a City Hall news release. Backed by a $619,000 budget for…
AUVSI’s Fight Against AB 1160: Fearmongering Masquerading as Patriotism
The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) has launched a fierce attack on California’s Assembly Bill 1160 (AB 1160), claiming it threatens national security by channeling state tax dollars to Chinese military companies via drone purchases. In a letter…
Trump’s New Tariffs Set to Increase DJI Drone Prices by 34%, Reshaping US Drone Market
The Trump administration’s latest round of tariffs, announced today, on Chinese goods will significantly impact US drone enthusiasts and professionals, with DJI’s products, including the upcoming DJI Mavic 4 Pro drone, facing price hikes of 34%. The escalation comes as…
OriginalDobo Slams Skydio’s Controversial Marketing Mailer
DroneXL readers will be glad to see that our article about Skydio’s Tracking Mailers to Police Spark Privacy and Security Concerns was also picked up by OriginalDobo. Ken created this video titled “Skydio Drones Marketing Blunder | Not Smart,” and…
Skydio’s “Don’t F*ck with Skydio” Socks: A Defiant Message with a China Connection
At Skydio’s recent Elevate FY26 employee conference in New York, the U.S.-based drone startup handed out an unusual piece of company swag: Nike-branded socks emblazoned with the phrase “DON’T F*CK WITH SKYDIO” in bold, blue capital letters. Far from the…
Skydio’s Tracking Mailers to Police Spark Privacy and Security Concerns
Skydio, a prominent U.S. drone manufacturer known for its advocacy against Chinese-made drones due to alleged data security risks, is now under scrutiny for a marketing campaign targeting law enforcement agencies. According to allegations from sources, including a Police sergeant…
Major Shakeup in Blue sUAS List: Eight Vendors Removed, Three New Added
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…
Danish Municipalities Fly 223 DJI Drones Despite U.S. Security Blacklist
In a striking revelation from Danish television network TV 2, at least 71 municipalities across Denmark are operating a fleet of 223 drones manufactured by Chinese firm Da Jiang Innovations (DJI), a company blacklisted by U.S. authorities over national security…
Spain Bolsters Defense with $18.7 Million Skydio X10D Drone Contract
Spain’s Armed Forces are set to enhance their military capabilities with a fleet of Skydio X10D drones, acquired through an €18 million (approximately $18.7 million USD) contract with U.S.-based Skydio, a leader in autonomous drone technology. As reported in Skydio’s…
Federal Air Marshals Pioneer Drone Training with Skydio X10 to Bolster Airport Security
In a groundbreaking move for aviation security, the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has certified 18 Federal Air Marshals (FAMs) as drone pilots, completing their first training program to operate the advanced Skydio X10 small unmanned aerial system (sUAS). Reported…
DEFENSE Act Gains Sports Industry Backing to Combat Drone Threats at Stadiums
A bipartisan bill introduced on February 20, 2025, by Senators Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) is set to enhance drone security at major U.S. sporting events. Known as the Disabling Enemy Flight Entry and Neutralizing Suspect Equipment (DEFENSE)…
Thermal Imaging Drone Assists in Suspect Capture After Michigan Car Crash
In a compelling demonstration of drone technology’s growing role in public safety, the Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Department successfully deployed a thermal imaging drone to apprehend a suspect who fled a car crash in Fife Lake Township, Michigan, on February…