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The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has announced significant updates to its Blue UAS List and Framework following a three-day flight demonstration challenge at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center 29 Palms. The event, held in February 2025, marks the first of what is intended to be an annual competitive event to update capabilities on the […]
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The U.S. Department of Defense’s Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has selected Pierce Aerospace’s B1 Remote ID Beacon for inclusion in the Blue UAS Framework. The selection marks a significant step in the verification process for National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) compliance and cybersecurity, paving the way for the B1’s Authority to Operate (ATO) under the […]
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Lawmakers revisit drone security and counter-UAS policies as the commercial drone industry pushes for updated regulations. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill (This is the sixth and final installment in a series of articles, examining the problems posed to critical infrastructure sites and other significant potential targets of drone incursions by hostile actors. Previous installments […]
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Comprehensive Bill Could Limit Drone Use by Government Agencies Missouri lawmakers are currently considering House Bill 210 (HB 210), the “Unmanned Aerial Systems Security Act of 2025,” which aims to regulate and restrict the use of drones by government agencies within the state, particularly those manufactured in countries of concern like China. The proposed legislation […]
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Challenge to allow start-ups to show off counter-UAS skills By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Entrepreneurs hoping to develop the next big thing in counter-UAS technology will get an opportunity to show their stuff as part of the Proven in Pendleton Challenge, hosted by the Oregon UAS Accelerator this spring. The Challenge will offer more […]
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Commercial Drone Alliance Calls for Regulatory Clarity and Expanded Counter-UAS Authorities Lisa Ellman, Executive Director of the Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA), testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Aviation today, February 6, 2025. Her remarks addressed the evolving landscape of counter-unmanned aircraft systems (counter-UAS) policies and the need for balanced regulations that ensure […]
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Join us on Tuesday, February 4, at 3:00 PM EST for the next episode of the Public Safety Drone Review. This month’s discussion will dive into the evolving landscape of Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Counter-UAS) technology and its role in public safety. The event will feature Tom Adams, Director of Public Safety for DroneShield, who brings […]
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Federal law limits counter-drone measures for infrastructure sites By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Recent incidents involving drones flying near sensitive government sites, such as military bases, or over other potentially vulnerable targets, such as sports stadiums, have raised significant questions as to the best way to protect these sites from incursions by drones operated […]
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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 […]
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Proposed Rule Seeks to Secure Drone Supply Chains and Mitigate National Security Risks The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has announced an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) aimed at enhancing the security of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) supply chains. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, the proposal seeks […]
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