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BAE Systems Australia and Skyryse Partner to Advance Software-Defined Autonomous Flight

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. and ADELAIDE, South Australia, Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Skyryse, the creator of SkyOS™, the world's first universal operating system for flight, and BAE Systems Australia, today announced a strategic partnership to advance software-defined autonomous flight applications. The partnership brings together SkyOS, Skyryse's universal operating system for flight, with BAE Systems Australia's... Continue reading

AUVSI Endorses Guard the Skies Act 

AUVSI endorses the Guard the Skies Act (H.R. 8697), bipartisan legislation led by Reps. Michael McCaul (R-TX) and Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), alongside original co-sponsors Eli Crane (R-AZ), Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ), Michael Baumgartner (R-WA), and Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA), that would give the National Guard statutory authority to conduct counter-UAS missions at the request of states.  Hostile and unauthorized drones increasingly threaten critical infrastructure, military... Continue reading

AUVSI Applauds House Advancement of Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act

AUVSI applauds the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee for advancing the Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act (H.R. 7553) out of committee on September 15. AUVSI worked diligently with our partners in Congress to push for this markup and will continue to engage with Congress to ensure that the best interests of our members are reflected in the final bill text.  The Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act is an important step toward creating a more predictable pathway for advanced... Continue reading

Aegean Energy Group Uses GIS to Enhance Its Drone Program for Energy Projects

Aegean Energy Group has been a leader in providing development and construction management services for wind and solar energy projects globally. Projects like these, specifically in the energy sector, typically include large budgets, invested stakeholders, lengthy timelines, and multiple contractors representing different disciplines. Historically, Aegean has leveraged geographic information system (GIS) technology as a powerful... Continue reading

Member Spotlight: PMSI Marketing Group

PMSI Marketing Group is a woman-owned marketing, public relations, website development, and digital communications firm specializing in technology, drones, defense, advanced manufacturing, and other complex industries. With more than 25 years of communications experience, drone pilots on its team, and strategic partners who bring more than 20 years of experience working with and selling to... Continue reading

AUVSI Statement on Section 232 Tariffs on Uncrewed Aircraft Systems and Components

AUVSI expresses support for the presidential proclamation issued August 13, 2026, imposing Section 232 tariffs on uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) and UAS components, the outcome of the Department of Commerce's investigation into national security risks of imported UAS and their components. AUVSI supported the investigation’s launch in July 2025 and has continued to advocate for swift, decisive action throughout the review process.  The... Continue reading

Member Spotlight: AEROVIX Technologies

AEROVIX Technologies develops Taiwan-manufactured, mission-grade vision and sensing modules for UAV platforms, supporting NDAA-aligned and Green UAS compatible systems for global integrators. The company is committed to providing reliable, mission-ready technologies backed by a trusted, non-China supply chain that helps strengthen autonomous systems worldwide. Value of AEROVIX Technologies' AUVSI Membership AEROVIX Technologies views AUVSI membership... Continue reading

2026 UAS Summit & Expo Announces Expanded Agenda for Landmark 20th Annual Event

UAS Magazine announced the preliminary agenda for the UAS Summit & Expo, scheduled for Oct. 13-14 at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The UAS Summit & Expo brings together industry leaders, innovators and decision-makers from across the commercial, defense, government and research sectors to examine the technologies, policies and partnerships shaping the future of... Continue reading

Robinson Unmanned Invited to Participate in Drone Dominance Program Gauntlet II, Continues Phase One Deliveries

As deliveries of its U.S.-made SPIRIT FPV systems continue, Robinson Unmanned is selected to participate in Drone Dominance Program Gauntlet II Wilmington, Mass. [August 5, 2026] - Robinson Unmanned, competing as Ascent AeroSystems, has confirmed that its SPIRIT first-person-view (FPV) drone, a rugged, modular, all-weather coaxial unmanned aerial system (UAS), has been selected for participation... Continue reading

A Defining Year for Autonomy Policy: Where AUVSI’s Advocacy Stands in 2026

Autonomy policy does not move in one place. This year it has moved in Senate committee markups, in House floor amendments, in FAA rulemaking dockets, and in a Congressional hearing room where AUVSI's president testified directly against a fast-closing window. Across air, ground, maritime, and defense, 2026 has been a year of real legislative movement for... 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.