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Unusual Machines’ FPV Flight Controller Approved for Blue UAS Framework

ORLANDO, FL / ACCESSWIRE / August 7, 2024 / Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE American:UMAC) ("Unusual Machines" or the "Company"), a drone and drone components manufacturer, today announced that its Rotor Riot Brave F7 Flight Controller has been approved for inclusion on the Blue UAS Framework list. This significant milestone underscores Unusual Machines' commitment to providing... Continue reading

Alex Momand, M&RUSA Inc. | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 33

This week's Dawn of Autonomy podcast centered around the theme "Protectors & Defenders" (sponsored by Nokia and Flying Lion) features Alex Momand, the Founder & Managing Director at M&R Environmental Solutions. Alex focuses on innovative energy-efficient technologies to achieve mission goals. Established in 2001, M&R has invested over $12 million in various projects, through the... Continue reading

2024 FAA Drone and AAM Symposium: Michael Robbins Day One Opening Remarks

Today, Day One of the 2024 FAA Drone and AAM Symposium opened with keynote remarks by AUVSI President and CEO, Michael Robbins. Remarks as prepared: It’s great to see everyone here at the Baltimore Convention Center for this year’s FAA Drone & AAM Symposium – the 8th consecutive staging of this event as a collaboration... Continue reading

A Blueprint for ‘Connected Skies, Connected Communities’ | 2024 FAA Drone and AAM Symposium

AUVSI President and CEO Michael Robbins opened Day Two of the 2024 FAA Drone and AAM Symposium opened with the following keynote remarks, as prepared:  Yesterday morning I spoke about legacy, and the goals we collectively seek to achieve – including advancing our industry and aviation safety.   I spoke about AUVSI’s role in achieving this... Continue reading

AUVSI Statement on the Report of the Commission on the National Defense Strategy

The Commission on the National Defense Strategy published its final report this week and today, Commission Chair Jane M. Harman and Vice Chair Eric S. Edelman will testify at a U.S. Senate Committee on Armed Services hearing about the report’s bipartisan, unanimous conclusions and recommendations. On behalf of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International... Continue reading

You are invited to attend the Tennessee Drone Symposium!

A Great Opportunity to Be Part of a New Event… We are thrilled to announce the inaugural Tennessee Drone Symposium. As technology continues to advance the world of transportation to previously unthinkable levels, we find ourselves on the cutting edge of another transformative breakthrough. This symposium offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with professionals from the... Continue reading

Declan Sweeney, Aerial Evolution Association of Canada | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 30

This week on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, sponsored by Viasat and centered around  "Global Leaders'', Declan Sweeney, the Executive Director of Unmanned Systems Canada – Systèms Télécommandés Canada (USC-STC) joins us as our special guest. His roles on USC-STC's board and committees, coupled with spearheading civil/commercial workshops, led to him earning the Pip Rudkin... Continue reading

FAA reauthorization adds power to UND’s UAS programs

Attendees of the first ASSUREd Safe training program conduct flight tests outside UND’s Ryan Hall, in July 2023. Adam Kurtz/UND Today. The recent reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration means full speed ahead for uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) and advanced and urban air-mobility research (AAM/UAM) at UND. It also means more opportunities for UAS graduates... Continue reading

AUVSI Formalizes Ground Advocacy Committee, Elects Inaugural Leadership

AUVSI’s ground domain Working Group recently formalized as an Advocacy Committee, approving bylaws and hosting its first leadership elections. Going forward, the Ground Advocacy Committee (GAC) will set AUVSI’s legislative and regulatory priorities in the ground domain. The GAC is composed of a diverse group of member companies, including those in automated goods movement, ground... Continue reading

Northern Plains UAS Test Site Spearheads Pioneering Unmanned Logistics, Traffic, Research, and Autonomy Program

GRAND FORKS, ND – In significant collaboration, the Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Acquisition & Sustainment (OUSD) has partnered with key North Dakota entities. This project, the Unmanned Logistics, Traffic, Research, and Autonomy (Project ULTRA), supported by Senator John Hoeven, aims to enhance the Department of Defense’s (DoD) capabilities within the National Airspace... Continue reading

About AUVSI

Since 1972, the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) has enabled technical innovation, supportive policy, and inspired academic breakthroughs in the uncrewed industry.