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Trump order aims to promote commercial drone exports By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill While U.S. drone manufacturers are hopeful that a presidential executive order could make it easier for them to sell their products abroad, a number of challenges remain to be overcome before the country becomes a leading exporter of non-military UAVs. The […]
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New flagship features high payload capacity, advanced sensors, and robust video transmission DJI has officially launched its new enterprise drone, the Matrice 400, introducing a platform designed for long-endurance missions, intelligent obstacle sensing, and heavy payload support. With a flight time of up to 59 minutes and a payload capacity of 6 kg, the Matrice […]
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President Donald J. Trump issued two major Executive Orders today, June 6, 2025, as part of a broader set of actions to strengthen American leadership in drone technology and enhance the security of national airspace. These measures, detailed in official White House fact sheets, aim to accelerate innovation, clarify regulatory authority, and reinforce U.S. competitiveness […]
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Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, joined by China Select Committee Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI), and Congressmen Darin LaHood (R-IL) and Rob Wittman (R-VA), has reintroduced the Drones for First Responders (DFR) Act. (Read the full text of the bill here.) The legislation is designed to strengthen the U.S. drone industry, reduce reliance on Chinese-manufactured drones, and enhance […]
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Texas A&M RELLIS Campus provides venue for cutting-edge drone research By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill In the future instead of toiling in the sun, farmers could be sitting in an comfortable office, coordinating fleets of robots, comprising UAVs and terrestrial vehicles, to autonomously perform tasks such as seeding fields and managing crops, thanks to […]
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Germany’s Sentinel Platform Redefines Aerial Defense with Radar-Carrying Drones and Interceptor Missiles by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magil As rapid advances in UAS technology are increasing opportunities for the military use or drones, countries around the world are looking to employ the same technological tools to develop counter-drone systems. Alpine Eagle, a company based in […]
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At XPONENTIAL 2025, industry leaders reveal how design-driven manufacturing and supply chain innovation are powering a new era for American-made drones The annual XPONENTIAL conference, hosted by the Association for Uncrewed Vehicles and Systems International (AUVSI), brought more than 7,500 global leaders and end users from over 60 countries to Houston, Texas, from May 19–22, […]
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After years of anticipation and industry advocacy, the U.S. is finally seeing movement on a federal rule that could transform commercial drone operations: the Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) rule. This long-awaited regulation aims to allow drones to fly beyond the operator’s direct line of sight without the need for individual waivers, unlocking large-scale […]
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DJI has officially unveiled the highly anticipated Mavic 4 Pro, a drone packed with groundbreaking features that are turning heads across the industry. But while the technology is impressive, U.S. buyers are facing significant hurdles due to tariffs and supply chain disruptions. Here’s everything you need to know about the Mavic 4 Pro’s features, what […]
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US Military’s Drone Evolution: Seeking Low-Cost, Attritable Systems in Wake of Ukraine War Lessons The US Army is undergoing one of its most significant transformations since the Cold War, with uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) playing a central role in this evolution. Recent statements from Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll, coupled with substantial investments in drone technology […]
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