In this episode of Weekly Wings, a DroneLife.com podcast, Paul Rossi and Terry Neff break down some of the most critical updates in the drone industry, including DJI’s decision to remove GeoZone restrictions and the broader implications of the ongoing U.S. push to eliminate Chinese drone influence. They discuss how this move aligns with the increasing difficulty of obtaining … [Read more...] about DJI’s Big Move, US Drone Manufacturing and the Future of Counter UAS on Weekly Wings
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Oransi Inc.: The U.S. Company Poised to Take on China’s Drone Motor Industry
U.S.-based company ready to challenge China’s drone motor dominance By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Edit: A previous version of this story incorrectly spelled the company name as "Orsani." The correct company name is "Oransi." A U.S.-based electric-motor manufacturer is hoping to become a major supplier to American drone manufacturing companies, by offering a … [Read more...] about Oransi Inc.: The U.S. Company Poised to Take on China’s Drone Motor Industry
NDAA FY25: Key Takeaways for the Drone Industry
Congress Passes NDAA FY25: Implications for Chinese-Made Drones, U.S. Manufacturing, and National Security The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025, now awaiting President Biden's signature, includes significant provisions affecting the drone industry. The bill has sparked responses from major stakeholders, including the Association for Uncrewed … [Read more...] about NDAA FY25: Key Takeaways for the Drone Industry
AUVSI Op-Ed: Ending Reliance on PRC Drones: Why the U.S. Must Act Now to Secure the Future of Domestic Drone Manufacturing
In this Op-Ed, Michael Robbins, President and CEO of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), offers an industry perspective on the recent Government Accountability Office (GAO) report titled "Federal Lands: Effects of Interior's Policies on Foreign-Made Drones." This response comes in the wake of last week’s published statement from drone … [Read more...] about AUVSI Op-Ed: Ending Reliance on PRC Drones: Why the U.S. Must Act Now to Secure the Future of Domestic Drone Manufacturing
Ukraine’s Rapid Drone Production Offers a Lesson for U.S. Lawmakers
Balancing Concerns Over Chinese Tech With Investment in U.S. Innovation News and Opinion. Ukraine’s defense industry has shown that scaling drone production rapidly is possible, even in the toughest circumstances. During the Second International Defense Industries Forum, President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed Ukraine is producing over 4 million drones annually, with more … [Read more...] about Ukraine’s Rapid Drone Production Offers a Lesson for U.S. Lawmakers
