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FAA Acting Administrator Chris Rocheleau Discusses Regulatory Priorities at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025

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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 Security Administration (TSA) after the 9/11 […]

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Dragoon Taps Teledyne FLIR Autonomy Software for Next-Gen Defense Drones

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Prism SKR and Supervisor software enhance AI-driven tracking and mission control for Project Artemis UAS platforms. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Teledyne FLIR OEM, a division of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, recently announced that US-based defense technology developer Dragoon is using the Prism™ Supervisor and Prism SKR software for its AI-driven object detection, tracking, […]

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XPONENTIAL 2025: Sue Gordon, Rush Doshi Reveal What Tech Leaders Must Do to Win Now

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XPONENTIAL 2025, hosted by the Association for Uncrewed Vehicles and Systems International (AUVSI), is underway in Houston, TX, bringing together more than 7,500 global leaders, technologists, policymakers, and end users from over 60 countries to shape the future of autonomous systems and robotics. This annual gathering is recognized as a premier event for collaboration and […]

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Michael Robbins at XPONENTIAL 2025: U.S. Drone Industry Must Lead “Uncrewed Arsenal of Democracy” to Secure National Security

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XPONENTIAL 2025, hosted by the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), is underway in Houston, TX, from May 19–22, 2025. This annual gathering brings together more than 7,500 global leaders, technologists, policymakers, and end users from over 20 industries and 60 countries to advance innovation in uncrewed systems and robotics. Michael Robbins: National Security […]

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Industry Leaders Unite to Launch Elevate Scholarship Program for Drone Careers

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New Initiative Equips Young Professionals with Skills for the Future of AI, Robotics, and Aviation A New Pathway for the Next Generation As artificial intelligence and robotics reshape the global workforce, the need for new training programs is growing fast. A new initiative, the Elevate Scholarship Program, aims to prepare young professionals for careers in […]

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Skyfish Launches Osprey: A New American-Made Drone Designed to Compete with DJI

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Unveiled at XPONENTIAL 2025, Osprey supports high-end sensors for inspection and ISR operations At the AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025 conference, American drone manufacturer Skyfish introduced its latest enterprise drone, Osprey—a lightweight, survey-grade UAS designed as a U.S.-made alternative to leading foreign systems like DJI. The launch took place at Booth #3812 on May 20, 2025. Osprey […]

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Drone America and SpecTIR Partner to Expand Hyperspectral UAS Capabilities

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Nevada-Based Companies Collaborate on Advanced Aerial Imaging for Government and Commercial Use A New Collaboration for Enhanced Aerial Sensing Drone America, a U.S. manufacturer of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), and SpecTIR, a specialist in hyperspectral imaging technologies, have signed a new strategic agreement. The partnership will focus on delivering advanced aerial imaging solutions for use […]

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Drones on Patrol: Texas Constable’s Office Expands UAV Program

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Texas constable’s office beefs up its drone program By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill In a recent incident, a suspect whose vehicle had evaded deputies from Harris County Texas Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman’s office tried to evade capture on foot by running into a wooded area. Using drones, deployed in combination with K-9 dogs, […]

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PG&E Automates BVLOS Drone Compliance with AirData: A Case Study

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Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) is taking a major step forward in drone operations by automating compliance for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) flights using AirData’s fleet management platform. This move enables PG&E to expand its drone program safely and efficiently, supporting critical missions like wildfire prevention across its 70,000-square-mile service area in California. […]

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Pierce Aerospace and MITRE Partner to Advance Remote ID Research

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Collaboration will enhance UAS remote identification, airspace safety, and homeland security capabilities Pierce Aerospace and MITRE Launch New Remote ID Research Partnership Pierce Aerospace has announced a new collaboration with MITRE aimed at advancing the development of Remote ID and related technologies for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Under a new memorandum of understanding, Pierce Aerospace […]

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