In the final episode of 2024, Paul Rossi and Terry Neff dive into a packed lineup of drone industry insights and future projections. Starting with a wave of mysterious drone sightings along the East Coast, we analyze public perceptions and regulatory challenges. The hosts also explore the emerging role of laser communication in drone systems, which promises to … [Read more...] about State of Drones in 2024 and Beyond on this episode of Weekly Wings!
Drone Security
Green UAS Certification Expands Secure Drone Options for Public Safety and Critical Missions
AUVSI Adds Four UAS Platforms to Green UAS List The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) has announced Green UAS certification for four new platforms: Ascent AeroSystems’ Spirit, AgEagle’s Ebee Tac, and Inspired Flight’s IF1200A and IF800 Tomcat. These certifications expand the options for secure, NDAA-compliant drones suitable for public safety, … [Read more...] about Green UAS Certification Expands Secure Drone Options for Public Safety and Critical Missions
Congressional Hearing, Part 2: Counter Drone Experts Urge Decentralized Innovation, Collaboration
For clarity and depth, we’ve divided our coverage of the recent Congressional hearing titled "Safeguarding the Homeland from Unmanned Aerial Systems," into two parts. Part 1, found here, focused on federal officials’ testimony regarding unexplained drone incursions in New York and New Jersey and the broader challenges facing counter-drone operations. This is Part 2, delving … [Read more...] about Congressional Hearing, Part 2: Counter Drone Experts Urge Decentralized Innovation, Collaboration
DJI Responds, Calls for Fair Assessment in NDAA Drone Legislation
Chinese Drone Manufacturer Expresses Concerns Over Security and Process Provisions in Proposed Law Background on NDAA Section 1709 The FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes Section 1709, which seeks to evaluate potential risks posed by certain Chinese-manufactured drones. This section mandates a national security agency to assess the risks of … [Read more...] about DJI Responds, Calls for Fair Assessment in NDAA Drone Legislation
FY 2025 NDAA Conference Text: What Happened with the “Countering CCP Drones Act”
The FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) conference text has been released. The text includes critical language aimed at addressing potential national security risks posed by Chinese-made drones. Section 1709 of the legislation, titled "Analysis of Certain Unmanned Aircraft and Systems Entities," outlines a structured approach for evaluating the security … [Read more...] about FY 2025 NDAA Conference Text: What Happened with the “Countering CCP Drones Act”
