Long-awaited proposal aims to balance security and access in low-altitude airspace The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced a long-anticipated Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to restrict unauthorized drone operations over certain fixed site facilities, marking a significant step in implementing Section 2209 of the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of … [Read more...] about FAA Advances Long-Delayed Rule to Restrict Drones Over Sensitive Sites
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“Much Bigger Than Stadiums”: Fortem CEO Raises Concerns Over U.S. Counter-UAS Gaps
CEO says counter-UAS protections don’t go far enough By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill (Editor’s note: This story is part of a series of reports on efforts to establish new counter-UAS protocols in the U.S. to protect high-profile sporting events, such as the FIFA World Cup, and critical infrastructure, from the potential threats posed by drones flown by careless or … [Read more...] about “Much Bigger Than Stadiums”: Fortem CEO Raises Concerns Over U.S. Counter-UAS Gaps
New Senate Bill Targets Drone Threats to Critical Infrastructure
Senate Bill Seeks to Expand Counter-UAS Authority at Critical Infrastructure SitesLegislation outlines authority, training, and funding as drone threats gain attention ahead of major events A new Senate bill introduced by Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton aims to expand the ability of critical infrastructure operators to respond to unauthorized drones, addressing what lawmakers … [Read more...] about New Senate Bill Targets Drone Threats to Critical Infrastructure
Is the U.S. Ready for Drone Threats at World Cup Scale?
U.S. faces multiple challenges in counter-UAS buildup By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill (Editor’s note: This is part of a series of stories on efforts to establish new counter-UAS protocols in the U.S. to protect high-profile sporting events and critical infrastructure from the potential threats posed by drones flown by careless or hostile actors.) As the clock ticks … [Read more...] about Is the U.S. Ready for Drone Threats at World Cup Scale?
Counter-Drone Systems Begin to Shape Civil Airspace Rules
FAA–DoD agreement follows Texas incidents and sets new operating rules for counter-UAS use Recent action by the Federal Aviation Administration and the U.S. Department of Defense marks a clear shift in how counter-drone systems are used in U.S. airspace. The agencies have signed a formal safety agreement allowing the deployment of high-energy laser counter-drone systems along … [Read more...] about Counter-Drone Systems Begin to Shape Civil Airspace Rules
