Senator Rick Scott Urges Stronger U.S. Drone Policy at AUVSI Symposium Focus on National Security, Domestic Manufacturing, and Industry Engagement At the 2025 AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium in Washington, D.C., Senator Rick Scott delivered the opening remarks for the second day of the event, emphasizing the urgent need to advance U.S. drone policy in response to growing … [Read more...] about Senator Rick Scott Calls for U.S. Drone Leadership and Security at AUVSI Symposium
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Commerce Department Eyes Targeted Restrictions on Chinese Drones: What that Means
At AUVSI’s Policy Symposium, officials outlined how BIS rulemaking could impact Chinese-manufactured drones and broader U.S. drone policy. The AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium, held July 29–30 in Washington, D.C., brought government and industry leaders together to discuss the future of drone policy in the U.S. In a featured fireside chat, Michael Robbins, President … [Read more...] about Commerce Department Eyes Targeted Restrictions on Chinese Drones: What that Means
AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium Keynote: Call for Action on BVLOS and National Leadership
Industry leaders urge swift progress on drone rulemaking and integration The AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium, held July 29–30 in Washington, D.C., brought together policymakers and industry leaders to discuss the future of drone and advanced air mobility (AAM) integration in the national airspace. The event, hosted by the Association for Uncrewed … [Read more...] about AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium Keynote: Call for Action on BVLOS and National Leadership
FAA Faces Tough Questions: Are AI and Job Cuts Threatening Airspace Safety?
Congress Questions FAA Staffing and AI Use Amid Growing Airspace Complexity July 2025 — As the landscape of aviation continues to evolve, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) finds itself under growing scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers. Recent concerns focus on FAA workforce reductions and the agency’s increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, especially as … [Read more...] about FAA Faces Tough Questions: Are AI and Job Cuts Threatening Airspace Safety?
Senate Committee Confirms Bryan Bedford as FAA Administrator in Divided Vote
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation voted this morning to advance Bryan Bedford’s nomination as Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), with a narrow margin of 15 ayes to 13 nos. Bedford, the longtime CEO of Republic Airways, now moves one step closer to leading the agency at a time of heightened scrutiny and urgent calls for … [Read more...] about Senate Committee Confirms Bryan Bedford as FAA Administrator in Divided Vote
