In this episode of Weekly Wings, Paul Rossi and Terry Neff break down the latest financial and policy shifts impacting the drone industry. They discuss how recent political and economic changes are driving acquisitions and vertical integration within the U.S. drone sector, highlighting how companies like Unusual Machines are expanding their footprint with strategic … [Read more...] about Drone Policy Shifts, Counter-UAS Tech and Market Disruptions on Weekly Wings
Public Safety Drones
Congress Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Drone Funding for Law Enforcement
The DRONE Act of 2025 Seeks to Enhance Public Safety with Federal Support Representatives Lou Correa (D-CA) and Troy Nehls (R-TX) have introduced the bipartisan Directing Resources for Officers Navigating Emergencies (DRONE) Act of 2025. This bill would allow law enforcement agencies to use federal grants to purchase and operate drones, expanding access to technology that … [Read more...] about Congress Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Drone Funding for Law Enforcement
Elk Grove Police Receive First FAA Waiver for Citywide 400-Foot Drone as First Responder Operations
New FAA Waiver Enhances Drone as First Responder Capabilities The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted the Elk Grove Police Department (EGPD) a waiver to operate its Drone as First Responder (DFR) program up to 400 feet across the city without requiring human observers. This waiver, secured with the support of Flock Safety, allows the department to deploy its … [Read more...] about Elk Grove Police Receive First FAA Waiver for Citywide 400-Foot Drone as First Responder Operations
Advexure and MatrixSpace Partner to Enhance Drone Operations and Security
Collaboration Expands Capabilities for Public Safety, Infrastructure, and Utilitie Advexure, a U.S.-based provider of drone systems and technology solutions, has announced a partnership with MatrixSpace, a company specializing in AI-enhanced radar sensing. This collaboration aims to improve drone operations and perimeter security for public safety, infrastructure, and utility … [Read more...] about Advexure and MatrixSpace Partner to Enhance Drone Operations and Security
ACSL Partners with Exertis Almo to Expand SOTEN Drone Availability in North America
New Partnership Supports Growing Demand for NDAA-Compliant Drone Solutions Santa Clara, California – January 30, 2025 – ACSL, Inc. has announced a partnership with Exertis Almo, a North American distributor, to increase the availability of its flagship SOTEN drone. The collaboration aims to expand ACSL’s reach and provide distribution, support, and training for a growing … [Read more...] about ACSL Partners with Exertis Almo to Expand SOTEN Drone Availability in North America
