Proposed Rule Seeks to Secure Drone Supply Chains and Mitigate National Security Risks The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has announced an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) aimed at enhancing the security of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) supply chains. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, the proposal seeks to address … [Read more...] about Commerce Department Issues NPRM to Limit Use of Chinese-Made Drones and Components
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China Expands Export Controls on US Defense Companies
28 American Entities Added to Restricted List, Including Major Aerospace and Defense Firms On January 2, 2025, China's Ministry of Commerce announced the addition of 28 US entities to its export control list. This move aims to protect China's national security and interests, targeting several major American aerospace and defense companies. This escalation comes amidst … [Read more...] about China Expands Export Controls on US Defense Companies
Arcsky Introduces the X55 V2: New American-Made Aircraft with Enhancements for Industrial Drone Applications
New Features Address Customer Feedback and Advance Operational Efficiency Arcsky has announced the launch of the X55 V2, an upgraded version of its X55 industrial drone. The company developed the new model based on two years of operational feedback and technological advances, aiming to meet the complex needs of industrial applications. “The X55 V2 represents our … [Read more...] about Arcsky Introduces the X55 V2: New American-Made Aircraft with Enhancements for Industrial Drone Applications
Celebrating and Advancing Women in UAS and Public Safety
Women DRONERESPONDERS to Host Second Official Meeting at National Public Safety UAS Conference The Women DRONERESPONDERS (WDR) Sub-Alliance will hold its second official meeting on March 11, 2025, during the National Public Safety UAS Conference. The meeting will take place at the Festhaus in Busch Gardens, Williamsburg, VA, and will highlight the contributions of women in … [Read more...] about Celebrating and Advancing Women in UAS and Public Safety
Aerologix and Soar Partner to Build the World’s Largest Digital Atlas
Collaboration combines drone imagery and mapping technology in a unified platform Aerologix, an Australian drone technology company, has partnered with digital mapping platform Soar to create what they describe as the world's largest library of high-quality drone imagery and maps. This collaboration aims to combine Aerologix's network of over 36,000 professional drone pilots … [Read more...] about Aerologix and Soar Partner to Build the World’s Largest Digital Atlas