In the first episode of Weekly Wings Season 2, hosts Paul Rossi and Terry Neff explore key developments in the drone industry as the new year begins. They kick off with discussions on U.S. Army training operations in Romania using Skydio and Anduril drones for reconnaissance and the evolving role of American-made drones in defense operations. The conversation shifts … [Read more...] about Defense Innovations, Drone Safety and EVTOL Tech: on the January 7 Episode of Weekly Wings
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What Trump’s Presidency Could Mean for the Drone Industry
Navigating Domestic Manufacturing, Chinese Imports, and Integration Programs in a New Era With Donald Trump set to take the White House in January 2025, the U.S. drone industry faces a future shaped by his longstanding approach toward China, manufacturing, and industry innovation. As legislators on both sides weigh a potential ban on Chinese-made drones, the industry is … [Read more...] about What Trump’s Presidency Could Mean for the Drone Industry
Call for Unity and Legislative Progress at Commercial UAV Expo Keynote
As legislative efforts to ban or restrict Chinese-made drones intensify in the U.S., the US drone industry finds itself increasingly divided. Chinese drone manufacturer DJI dominates the global market with an estimated 65-85% market share, making it the platform of choice for many U.S. drone service providers, first responders, and software companies. However, growing concerns … [Read more...] about Call for Unity and Legislative Progress at Commercial UAV Expo Keynote
Legislation Needed to Boost U.S. Drone Innovation, Says Industry Expert
Former Red Cat COO Allan Evans Advocates for CHIPS Act-Style Incentives to Accelerate Domestic Drone Manufacturing and Reduce Reliance on Chinese Technology Editors Note: Today, June 26, 2024 th House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party is scheduled to hear testimonies on Chinese subsidies in the drone, semiconductor, steel and shipbuilding industries. Adam Bry, … [Read more...] about Legislation Needed to Boost U.S. Drone Innovation, Says Industry Expert
Lawmakers Call for Declassification of National Security Risks Posed by Chinese-Made Drones
Chairs of Homeland Security and Energy and Commerce Committees Urge DHS and DOE to Release Information on Potential Threats On June 20, 2024, House Committee on Homeland Security Chair Mark E. Green, MD (R-TN), and House Committee on Energy and Commerce Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) called on the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Energy (DOE) to … [Read more...] about Lawmakers Call for Declassification of National Security Risks Posed by Chinese-Made Drones
