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Carahsoft Looks Ahead: Navigating the Future of Robotics, Autonomy and AI in 2025

As we step into 2025, the pace of adoption of autonomous systems, robotics and artificial intelligence (AI), especially in government markets, continues at an unprecedented pace. To gain insights into the opportunities and potential challenges that lie ahead, we sat down with Lacey Wean, an industry expert from Carahsoft, to discuss the future of these... Continue reading

AUVSI Applauds Appointment of Chris Rocheleau as Acting FAA Administrator

Today, the Trump Administration announced the appointment of Chris Rocheleau to serve as Acting Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) President and CEO Michael Robbins issued the following statement in response: “Chris Rocheleau is a highly qualified choice to ensure the U.S. remains the aviation safety gold... Continue reading

Merlin Unveils Near-Term Vision for Advancing Aviation Safety Through Human-Machine Teaming

To drive collaboration with the new administration, the whitepaper offers near-term steps to continue advanced automation's role in enhancing aviation safety BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Merlin, the leading developer of safe, autonomous flight technology for fixed-wing aircraft, today released a whitepaper, Innovate to Elevate; Automation’s Role in the Ongoing Evolution of Aviation Safety, that explores how automation can... Continue reading

AUVSI State Advocacy: January 2025 recap

The 2025 state legislative sessions kicked off this month. Already, our state advocacy team is engaging with and educating lawmakers across the country about the value that advanced air mobility (AAM) and uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) will bring to their communities.AAM Model Legislation Introduced in AZ AUVSI and our AAM Prepared partners worked with Senator... Continue reading

AUVSI Urges U.S. Senate to Confirm Sean Duffy as Secretary of Transportation

Today, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation held its nomination hearing for former Representative Sean Duffy (R-WI) to be U.S. Secretary of Transportation.  On behalf of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), President and CEO Michael Robbins issued a statement of support:  “In a rapidly changing global economy, it is... Continue reading

AUVSI Chapter Council Elects New Leadership

The AUVSI mission is to foster a future where uncrewed systems and autonomous technologies are widely embraced and effectively utilized to transport people, goods, and data safely and efficiently. As part of this goal, AUVSI supports networking and educational opportunities for professionals and organizations across various domains and sectors. AUVSI local chapters further this mission... Continue reading

AUVSI Chapter Council Elects New Leadership

The AUVSI mission is to foster a future where uncrewed systems and autonomous technologies are widely embraced and effectively utilized to transport people, goods, and data safely and efficiently. As part of this goal, AUVSI supports networking and educational opportunities for professionals and organizations across various domains and sectors.   AUVSI local chapters further this mission... Continue reading

Danielle Gagne, Head of Communications and Marketing, Volatus Aerospace | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 54

This week on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, we feature Danielle Gagne from Volatus Aerospace, as part of our "2025 Look Ahead" series, proudly sponsored by Carahsoft. Volatus Aerospace is a leader in global aerial solutions for intelligence and cargo, with over 100 years of combined aviation expertise. The company delivers impactful solutions for diverse... 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.