The aviation community has issued a unified call to Congress to end the ongoing federal government shutdown, now stretching into its sixth week. In a joint statement released November 6 by the Modern Skies Coalition, more than 40 leading aviation organizations, including the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), warned that the prolonged disruption has … [Read more...] about Aviation Community Urges Immediate End to Shutdown as FAA Faces Escalating Strain
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FAA Shutdown Stalls Drone Progress: Waivers, BVLOS Rulemaking, and Modernization Delayed
Critical drone programs and rulemaking at the FAA are slowing or pausing as the government shutdown enters its fourth week, while core flight safety operations continue. FAA Under Pressure as Shutdown Drags On The government shutdown has entered its fourth week, and its impact is spreading across the aviation community. While essential safety functions continue, much of the … [Read more...] about FAA Shutdown Stalls Drone Progress: Waivers, BVLOS Rulemaking, and Modernization Delayed
U.S. Moves to Fortify Drone Defenses Ahead of 2026 World Cup Amid Policy Gaps
As the United States prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the federal government is intensifying efforts to bolster aerial security, with plans to invest roughly 500 million dollars into counter-drone systems. However, emerging legislative and operational challenges, particularly the expiration of key counter-UAS authorities due to the ongoing government shutdown, … [Read more...] about U.S. Moves to Fortify Drone Defenses Ahead of 2026 World Cup Amid Policy Gaps
Counter-UAS Authority Expires Amid Government Shutdown
Congress fails to reauthorize DOJ, DHS counter-UAS power By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The federal government’s ability to disable and take down drones posing a potential threat to critical infrastructure such as power plants and airports ended at midnight, September 30, a victim of the legislative impasse that also has led to the wider federal government … [Read more...] about Counter-UAS Authority Expires Amid Government Shutdown
FAA Authorization Runs Out on September 30 – and the Government May Shut Down. What Happens Then?
It's a double-whammy for the FAA. As Congress seems no closer to a deal that would avert a government shutdown in the U.S., an FAA Reauthorization package - the tax bill that funds the FAA - has also stalled for too long in the Senate. Continue reading below, or listen: DroneLife · FAA - Reauthorization - Runs - Out - Government - Shutdown - Looms - Whats - Next The 5 … [Read more...] about FAA Authorization Runs Out on September 30 – and the Government May Shut Down. What Happens Then?
