Certification Confirms NDAA Compliance for Broader Commercial and Government Use Ascent AeroSystems’ Spirit UAV has been added to the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) Green UAS Cleared List. This designation confirms the Spirit meets cybersecurity and supply chain standards required for NDAA compliance. The Green UAS program extends the … [Read more...] about Ascent AeroSystems Spirit Receives AUVSI Green UAS Certification
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China’s Export Restrictions on Drone Parts Could Reshape Global Supply Chains
Limitations May Impact Ukraine, the U.S., and Europe as Drone Technology Evolves in Wartime The Chinese government plans to implement stricter controls on the export of drone parts in early 2025. This shift is already affecting manufacturers and buyers across the globe. According to reports, Chinese companies have reduced or halted sales of batteries, motors, and flight … [Read more...] about China’s Export Restrictions on Drone Parts Could Reshape Global Supply Chains
Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review: The Year in Drones – Top Stories and Issues of 2024
Join us on Tuesday, December 3, at 3:00 PM EST for the latest episode of the Public Safety Drone Review. This special year-end episode will reflect on the top stories and key issues that shaped the public safety drone landscape in 2024. Hosted by Tim Martin, Miriam McNabb, and Charles Werner, this discussion will highlight the trends, challenges, and milestones that defined the … [Read more...] about Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review: The Year in Drones – Top Stories and Issues of 2024
CSIS Simulation Highlights Urgent Need to Strengthen U.S. Defense Industrial Base
A recent simulation conducted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) paints a stark picture of the U.S. defense industrial base, revealing critical vulnerabilities in its ability to support military operations in the event of a large-scale conflict. The findings underscore the urgent need for public-private partnerships, increased investment in … [Read more...] about CSIS Simulation Highlights Urgent Need to Strengthen U.S. Defense Industrial Base
Defense Innovation Unit Hosts First Annual Blue UAS Refresh Event
Military End-Users Evaluate Over 35 Drone Platforms at Twentynine Palms (all images credit Defense Innovation Unit) On November 8, the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) held the first annual Blue UAS Refresh event at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in Twentynine Palms, California. The three-day event brought together more than 40 military drone end-users from across … [Read more...] about Defense Innovation Unit Hosts First Annual Blue UAS Refresh Event
