Blueflite, Verity, and Air VEV Added to Growing List of Exempted Aircraft Under FCC Covered List Rules The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has expanded its growing list of conditionally approved drone systems, granting exemptions for several additional uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) and related components under the agency’s controversial Covered List framework. In a … [Read more...] about FCC Expands Conditional Approvals for Foreign-Made Drone Systems
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If Pilots Stop Trusting Safety Broadcasts, What Happens to Universal Conspicuity?
AOPA’s opposition to ADS-B billing highlights a growing issue for both crewed and uncrewed aviation News and Commentary. A new statement from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association may have implications far beyond general aviation airport fees. This week, AOPA publicly supported comments from FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford opposing the use of ADS-B data for billing and … [Read more...] about If Pilots Stop Trusting Safety Broadcasts, What Happens to Universal Conspicuity?
Autel Challenges FCC Covered List Decision, Distances Itself from DJI
Drone maker argues FCC relied on broad assumptions instead of company-specific analysis In a sharply worded filing with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), drone manufacturer Autel Robotics is pushing back against the agency’s decision to place its products on the FCC’s Covered List. The filing makes one point especially clear: Autel does not want to be treated as … [Read more...] about Autel Challenges FCC Covered List Decision, Distances Itself from DJI
Michigan’s Bet on the Low Altitude Economy: How M Air Connects Aerospace Innovation and Detroit Manufacturing
At XPONENTIAL 2026 this week, leaders from University of Michigan outlined an ambitious vision for the future of drones and advanced air mobility (AAM): one where Michigan becomes a central hub for the emerging low altitude economy by combining aerospace innovation with Detroit’s industrial manufacturing strength. DRONELIFE had the opportunity for a meaningful discussion with … [Read more...] about Michigan’s Bet on the Low Altitude Economy: How M Air Connects Aerospace Innovation and Detroit Manufacturing
At XPONENTIAL 2026, AUVSI Signals a New Phase for the Drone Industry
AUVSI’s XPONENTIAL 2026 Message: The Drone Industry Moves From Innovation to Integration At XPONENTIAL 2026 in Detroit this week, President Michael Robbins delivered a keynote that reflected a broader shift taking place across the drone and autonomy industry. Rather than focusing primarily on emerging technology and experimentation, Robbins emphasized manufacturing, … [Read more...] about At XPONENTIAL 2026, AUVSI Signals a New Phase for the Drone Industry
