By Dronelife Features Editor Jim Magill As the widespread use of UAVs proliferates across the country, along with the inherent dangers of the potential misuse of these aerial vehicles, federal lawmakers are struggling to craft legislation to get in front of the situation. A Democratic congressman from New Mexico is proposing legislation that would compel the government to … [Read more...] about COUNTER Act and Secure Our Skies: New Mexico Congressman Pushes New Drone Bills
US Government
Pentagon Filing Opposes DJI Petition, Citing National Security Risks and Classified Information
Department of Defense submission to FCC reinforces concerns over foreign-made drone technology A newly filed memorandum from the U.S. Department of Defense urges the Federal Communications Commission to reject a petition from DJI seeking reconsideration of its placement on the FCC’s Covered List. The filing provides one of the most direct recent statements from the Pentagon on … [Read more...] about Pentagon Filing Opposes DJI Petition, Citing National Security Risks and Classified Information
Is U.S. Manufacturing the Answer? SKYROVER Signals a New Strategy as FCC Pressure Mounts
A Hong Kong-based drone company outlines a five-year U.S. roadmap, raising questions about compliance, supply chains, and market access A recent letter from Hong Kong-based drone company SKYROVER offers more than customer reassurance. It provides an early look at how some manufacturers may respond to growing regulatory pressure in the United States. SKYROVER produces small … [Read more...] about Is U.S. Manufacturing the Answer? SKYROVER Signals a New Strategy as FCC Pressure Mounts
The Real FCC Drone Debate: Who Controls the Airwaves?
A closer look at how spectrum policy and licensing could determine the future of U.S. drone operations The FCC is emerging as a major force in shaping the US drone industry. The industry was stunned when the FCC moved to broadly limit foreign drones and components. Now, the agency is considering other ways that its sphere of influence may impact the domestic drone … [Read more...] about The Real FCC Drone Debate: Who Controls the Airwaves?
FCC Seeks Input to Advance U.S. Drone Industry
Public notice outlines questions about regulatory reforms, spectrum access, and innovation zones The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has opened a new proceeding aimed at strengthening the U.S. drone industry. The effort supports a broader federal strategy focused on domestic production, secure supply chains, and expanded deployment of unmanned aircraft systems … [Read more...] about FCC Seeks Input to Advance U.S. Drone Industry
