By Dronelife Features Editor Jim Magill An extensive package of drone-related legislation, ranging from bills that would restrict the use of foreign-made drones by public agencies to legislation to limit drone flights over public property, is sailing through the Michigan State Legislature. The legislation, which includes 15 different bills to regulate various aspects of … [Read more...] about Michigan Pushes Sweeping Drone Legislation Package Through State Legislature
Commercial Drone Regulation
FCC Adds Foreign-Made Drones and Components to Covered List: What It Means for Operators and Manufacturers
New FCC action blocks future equipment authorizations for foreign-made drones and critical components, while previously authorized aircraft remain legal to operate. Key Facts: What Changed and Why On December 22, 2025, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) added foreign-made unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and a range of critical UAS components to its Covered List, … [Read more...] about FCC Adds Foreign-Made Drones and Components to Covered List: What It Means for Operators and Manufacturers
America’s Drone Ecosystem at a Crossroads: The Dual Approach to Boosting Domestic Industry and Addressing Chinese Platforms
The United States is now taking its broadest, most coordinated action yet to shape the future of its drone ecosystem. Through a mix of regulatory restriction—the “stick”—and an array of market-building incentives—the “carrot”—federal agencies and lawmakers are pursuing their overarching goal: building a robust, innovative, and secure U.S. drone industry while reducing national … [Read more...] about America’s Drone Ecosystem at a Crossroads: The Dual Approach to Boosting Domestic Industry and Addressing Chinese Platforms
The Latest Outlook on FAA Drone Regulations
In an InterDrone panel moderated by the excellent Christopher Korody, author of the Dronin' On newsletter, a panel of lawyers, industry, and government representatives discussed the current state of commercial drone regulations in the U.S. Referencing the recently released FAA Roadmap for commercial drone integration, Korody compared the current landscape to that in 2016, … [Read more...] about The Latest Outlook on FAA Drone Regulations
The Best Way to Boost Your Career as a Drone Operator: Up Your Skills to Something Specific
The commercial market for drone operators is expanding, and that's good news for the industry. Insurance, construction, inspections and security firms are all increasing their adoption of drone technology. But the pool of licensed drone operators is expanding too - and that can make it difficult to stand out and get hired. The best way to boost your career as a licensed … [Read more...] about The Best Way to Boost Your Career as a Drone Operator: Up Your Skills to Something Specific
