Experts Urge Action to Close Gaps in Airspace Awareness and Empower Local Law Enforcement By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill With a swirl of media attention surrounding mysterious drone sightings in the skies above New Jersey and other states, experts in drone systems and counter-UAS technology are calling for greater use of drone-detection systems by civilian … [Read more...] about Mystery Drone Sightings in the U.S. Northeast Spark Calls for Enhanced Detection Systems
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DHS, FBI, FAA, and DoD Respond to Reported Drone Sightings
Federal Agencies Address Community Concerns and Emphasize Safety The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and Department of Defense (DoD) have issued a joint statement regarding recent drone sightings across the northeast United States. The agencies are working together to investigate reports, … [Read more...] about DHS, FBI, FAA, and DoD Respond to Reported Drone Sightings
FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker to Step Down
Whitaker’s resignation leaves the FAA without a confirmed leader as the agency faces ongoing safety and infrastructure issues. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Mike Whitaker has announced his resignation, effective January 20, 2025, coinciding with President Donald Trump’s inauguration day. Whitaker’s departure leaves the FAA, already grappling with … [Read more...] about FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker to Step Down
Congressional Hearing, Part 2: Counter Drone Experts Urge Decentralized Innovation, Collaboration
For clarity and depth, we’ve divided our coverage of the recent Congressional hearing titled "Safeguarding the Homeland from Unmanned Aerial Systems," into two parts. Part 1, found here, focused on federal officials’ testimony regarding unexplained drone incursions in New York and New Jersey and the broader challenges facing counter-drone operations. This is Part 2, delving … [Read more...] about Congressional Hearing, Part 2: Counter Drone Experts Urge Decentralized Innovation, Collaboration
Congressional Hearing Reveals Gaps in Counter-Drone Readiness Amid Concerns About N.Y./N.J. Drone Sightings
For clarity and depth, we’ve divided our coverage of the recent Congressional hearing on drone activity into two parts. This article, Part 1, focuses on federal officials’ testimony regarding unexplained drone incursions in New York and New Jersey and the broader challenges facing counter-drone operations. Part 2 will delve into insights from private-sector experts on this … [Read more...] about Congressional Hearing Reveals Gaps in Counter-Drone Readiness Amid Concerns About N.Y./N.J. Drone Sightings
