FAA Acting Administrator Chris Rocheleau emphasized the agency’s commitment to balancing innovation with safety during a keynote fireside chat at the AUVSI XPONENTIAL conference, addressing critical updates on drone regulations, airspace modernization, and counter-UAS strategies. Rocheleau, a seasoned aviation leader who played a pivotal role in establishing the Transportation … [Read more...] about FAA Acting Administrator Chris Rocheleau Discusses Regulatory Priorities at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025
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Headed to XPONENTIAL 2025? Can’t-Miss Partners, Innovations, and Keynotes in Houston
AUVSI XPONENTIAL returns to Houston’s George R. Brown Convention Center from May 19–22, 2025. As the industry’s top innovators gather to chart the future of drones, robotics, and AI, DRONELIFE is proud to spotlight our partners, friends and the essential sessions you won’t want to miss. XPONENTIAL 2025 XPONENTIAL features a robust schedule of keynotes, educational … [Read more...] about Headed to XPONENTIAL 2025? Can’t-Miss Partners, Innovations, and Keynotes in Houston
FAA and ASSURE Launch UAS Detection Tests at Cape May Ferry Terminal
New initiative focuses on passive drone detection in coastal and maritime environments The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Alliance for System Safety of UAS through Research Excellence (ASSURE) have launched a major testing initiative to evaluate passive drone detection systems. The Cape May Ferry UAS Detect, Track and Identify Test Event, taking place from … [Read more...] about FAA and ASSURE Launch UAS Detection Tests at Cape May Ferry Terminal
AOPA Calls on FAA to Address ADS-B Privacy and Enforcement Issues
Pilots Express Concern Over Expanded Use of ADS-B Data The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is urging the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to address growing concerns over the use of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) data. AOPA President and CEO Darren Pleasance recently sent a letter to Acting FAA Administrator Chris Rocheleau, asking the … [Read more...] about AOPA Calls on FAA to Address ADS-B Privacy and Enforcement Issues
Harmonized Skies 2024 Demonstrated Working UTM Systems: Advancing Commercial BVLOS Operations
Industry Leaders and Regulators Collaborate to Move Drone Integration Forward (All images courtesy ANRA Technologies, used with permission.) The Global UTM Association (GUTMA) recently hosted the "Harmonized Skies 2024" event in Fort Worth, Texas, focusing on advancing commercial Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations. This gathering brought together industry … [Read more...] about Harmonized Skies 2024 Demonstrated Working UTM Systems: Advancing Commercial BVLOS Operations
