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Airports Council and AUVSI Welcome New FAA Final Rulemaking Report on UAS Detection and Mitigation Systems

Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) and the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today welcomed this week’s release of the final report issued by the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Detection and Mitigating Systems Aviation Rulemaking Committee (ARC). The report makes recommendations to further enhance airspace safety and security... Continue reading

AUVSI Announces Key Hires and Promotions to Drive Association Growth

The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today announced the hiring of new staff and internal promotions. The personnel moves support the association’s mission to foster the growth, long-term viability, and stability of the uncrewed systems industry. Casie Ocaña has joined as Director, Trusted Programs and will oversee AUVSI’s Trusted Cyber and Trusted Operator™... Continue reading

DZYNE Technologies Names David Levy Chief Revenue Officer as It Enters Next Phase of Growth

Irvine, California [January 20, 2024] - DZYNE Technologies, a leading developer and provider of unmanned autonomous systems (UAS) and advanced defense AI solutions, today announced the hiring of David Levy as its Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).  Levy replaces interim CRO Christopher Miller in a planned leadership transition that will see Miller continue to serve DZYNE... Continue reading

Statement on Memo Highlighting the Threat PRC Drones Pose to Critical Infrastructure Security

On behalf of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), Chief Advocacy Officer Michael Robbins issued the following statement regarding a memo released today by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on the threat drones from the People’s Republic of China (PRC) pose to U.S. national security:   “China's dominance... Continue reading

AUVSI Commends Inclusion of the American Security Drone Act in FY 24 NDAA

Following passage in both the U.S. House and Senate, today Congress sent the FY 2024 National Defense Authorization Act to President Biden’s desk for signature. This legislation includes the bipartisan American Security Drone Act (ASDA), which will prohibit federal agencies from procuring and operating non-secure drones. The measure was introduced in the Senate by Senators... Continue reading

AUVSI Launches Multi-State ‘AAM Prepared’ Advocacy Campaign to Help States Prepare for Future of Advanced Aviation

Today, the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) announced the launch of “AAM Prepared,” a multi-state initiative supported by Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry leaders and manufacturers to help states and localities prepare for the future of advanced air transportation. AAM Prepared allies include Archer Aviation, BETA Technologies, The Boeing Company, BRINC Drones, Cherokee... Continue reading

Navigating the Future: The Crucial Role of Education and Content Development in Autonomous Technologies

In the ever-evolving landscape of autonomous technologies, education stands as the bedrock upon which innovation thrives. The autonomous technologies industry is not just about groundbreaking inventions and high-tech advancements; it's also about fostering a community of informed professionals, nurturing talent, and enabling an understanding that transcends conventional boundaries. This is where education and content development... Continue reading

Dawn of Drones | Episode 123: FAA and NASA Ames Research Center

As the year concludes, the Dawn of Drones podcast brings you the 'Best of 2023 Month' sponsored by Sagetech Avionics, with a special show involving two of the most preeminent government leaders in the UAS and AAM space. Join the dynamic duo of Huy Tran, Director of NASA’s Ames Research Center, an award-winning innovator spearheading aviation... Continue reading

Lawmakers Join American Drone Manufacturers for Press Conference on U.S. Drone Competitiveness Against China; Solutions for U.S. Industry

This week, the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), American drone manufacturers, and U.S. lawmakers held a Capitol Hill press conference and event to mark the September launch of AUVSI’s Partnership for Drone Competitiveness (Partnership) and the Partnership’s corresponding whitepaper. The Partnership is a coalition built to support a stronger U.S. drone industry, enable greater... Continue reading

TruWeather Harnesses the Power of Advanced Technology to Keep Advanced Aviation Flying

The drone and advanced air mobility (AAM) industries will not succeed without having significantly more fidelity on low altitude weather. Current equipment, systems and standards do not provide this. Don Berchoff, CEO of TruWeather Solutions, has made it his life's mission to fill this weather “data desert” by advocating for a different approach. In this... 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.