WISPR Systems announced that its SkyScout 2+ has earned Green UAS Certification from the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI). The designation confirms the platform meets federal cybersecurity and supply-chain standards aligned with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The certification provides third-party validation that the SkyScout 2+ … [Read more...] about WISPR Systems’ SkyScout 2+ Achieves Green UAS Certification
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SAFER SKIES: A Long-Awaited Update to America’s Drone Security Playbook
In this guest Op-Ed, AUVSI President and CEO Michael Robbins explores how the SAFER SKIES Act breaks a years-long policy stalemate and delivers long-needed clarity for public safety agencies. Here, he explains why the new framework strengthens both security and industry growth at a pivotal moment for U.S. drone operations. DRONELIFE does not make or accept payment for guest … [Read more...] about SAFER SKIES: A Long-Awaited Update to America’s Drone Security Playbook
Europe’s Drone Disruptions Expose a Bigger Airspace Awareness Gap
Lack of airspace awareness creates problems for Europe’s airports By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A flurry of drone-related security incidents at European airports highlights the need for greater low-altitude airspace awareness across the continent, according to aviation security experts. In September Copenhagen Airport, one of Northern Europe’s busiest travel hubs, … [Read more...] about Europe’s Drone Disruptions Expose a Bigger Airspace Awareness Gap
Aviation Community Urges Immediate End to Shutdown as FAA Faces Escalating Strain
The aviation community has issued a unified call to Congress to end the ongoing federal government shutdown, now stretching into its sixth week. In a joint statement released November 6 by the Modern Skies Coalition, more than 40 leading aviation organizations, including the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), warned that the prolonged disruption has … [Read more...] about Aviation Community Urges Immediate End to Shutdown as FAA Faces Escalating Strain
Counter-UAS Authority Expires Amid Government Shutdown
Congress fails to reauthorize DOJ, DHS counter-UAS power By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The federal government’s ability to disable and take down drones posing a potential threat to critical infrastructure such as power plants and airports ended at midnight, September 30, a victim of the legislative impasse that also has led to the wider federal government … [Read more...] about Counter-UAS Authority Expires Amid Government Shutdown
