The Federal Communications Commission has updated its Covered List to exempt certain uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) and UAS critical components that the Department of War (DoW) has determined do not pose unacceptable national security risks. The update follows a new National Security Determination issued to the FCC on January 7, 2026, clarifying portions of the agency’s … [Read more...] about BREAKING: FCC Updates Covered List to Exempt Blue UAS and Qualified Domestic Products, Releases Additional Guidance
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Ascent’s SPIRIT™ Gains Dual Blue UAS Clearance, Highlighting U.S. Drone Innovation
SPIRIT now cleared as both a full system and modular component under DIU’s Blue UAS programs Ascent AeroSystems, based in Massachusetts, has reached a significant milestone. Its Spirit coaxial UAV platform has been recognized by the Defense Innovation Unit in two categories. Spirit is now included in both the Blue UAS Cleared List of complete systems and the Blue UAS Framework … [Read more...] about Ascent’s SPIRIT™ Gains Dual Blue UAS Clearance, Highlighting U.S. Drone Innovation
Pentagon Transfers Blue sUAS Program to DCMA, Opens Door to More Drone Companies
Major Changes Coming to the Pentagon's Blue sUAS Drone Program The Pentagon is making sweeping changes to its Blue sUAS program that could transform how the military buys and uses small drones. These reforms, outlined in a new Defense Secretary memo from July 2025, aim to speed up drone purchases and support American companies while keeping our forces secure. What is Blue … [Read more...] about Pentagon Transfers Blue sUAS Program to DCMA, Opens Door to More Drone Companies
