By Dronelife Features Editor Jim Magill As the widespread use of UAVs proliferates across the country, along with the inherent dangers of the potential misuse of these aerial vehicles, federal lawmakers are struggling to craft legislation to get in front of the situation. A Democratic congressman from New Mexico is proposing legislation that would compel the government to … [Read more...] about COUNTER Act and Secure Our Skies: New Mexico Congressman Pushes New Drone Bills
El Paso airspace closure
El Paso Airspace Closures Highlight What Counter-Drone Deployment Still Needs
Two airspace restrictions in West Texas within weeks of each other have pushed counter-drone operations back into the spotlight. The events near El Paso and Fort Hancock were different in scope. But together, they point to the same conclusion: counter-UAS capabilities are necessary, yet scaling them safely requires tighter coordination and better identification … [Read more...] about El Paso Airspace Closures Highlight What Counter-Drone Deployment Still Needs
El Paso Airspace Closure Highlights Clash Between Counter-UAS Technology and Aviation Safety
Temporary shutdown exposes growing tension between counter-drone tools, federal authority, and civilian airspace oversight The sudden closure of civilian airspace over El Paso earlier this week did more than disrupt flights. It exposed a deeper challenge facing U.S. regulators and security agencies: how to deploy powerful counter-UAS systems near commercial airports without … [Read more...] about El Paso Airspace Closure Highlights Clash Between Counter-UAS Technology and Aviation Safety
