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Saildrone Kicks Off First-of-its-Kind Mission to Map Cayman Islands Waters

The data collected will improve maritime navigation and support scientific research, environmental conservation efforts, and marine resource management in the Cayman Islands. The waters surrounding the Cayman Islands are rich in marine biodiversity, including coral reefs, seagrass beds, and diverse fish species. A high-resolution map of the seafloor is a prerequisite for exploring, identifying, characterizing,... Continue reading

BRINC and Echodyne to Enable Automated BVLOS Operations without Visual Observers for First Responders

The partnership will integrate BRINC’s cutting-edge Drone as First Responder (DFR) solution with Echodyne’s ground-based radars to enable a path toward Beyond Visual Line of Site operations without Visual Observers. SEATTLE – August 15, 2024 - BRINC, a pioneer in drone technology for first responders, is proud to announce a partnership with Echodyne, a leader... Continue reading

Saildrone Fleet Goes On-Mission Amid Already Busy Hurricane Season

New this year: Two Saildrone USVs will collect data on CO2 exchanged between the ocean and the atmosphere during hurricane events. Saildrone Vehicle Operations Technicians deploy SD-1030 from St. Thomas, USVI, for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane mission. For the fourth year, Saildrone and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are sailing a fleet of... 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

Viasat’s Global Leadership in Emerging Aviation

Viasat, a global leader in satellite communications, offers a comprehensive suite of connectivity solutions for commercial aviation, from high-performing in-flight Wi-Fi to flight operations and safety connectivity and passenger engagement portals. In this exclusive interview, Jerry Hancock, the Director of Aviation Safety Solutions and Cybersecurity at Viasat, with a rich background in both regulatory and... Continue reading

AUVSI Pathfinder Symposium 2024

Discover the forefront of technological innovation at the Pathfinder Symposium 2024, hosted by the AUVSI Pathfinder Chapter, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to advancing Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems. From August 26-28, 2024, at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville, Alabama, this symposium brings together over 600 professionals from the Department of Defense, Federal Agencies, Industry, and... Continue reading

FAA Ensures D-Fend Solutions’ EnforceAir2 Safe with Airport Operations, Navigation, Air Traffic Services, and the Efficient Operation of the NAS

FAA evaluated EnforceAir2 as part of a plan for the certification, permitting, authorizing, and allowing UAS detection and mitigation in the National Airspace System RA'ANANA, Israel and MCLEAN, Va., July 25, 2024 -- D-Fend Solutions, the leader in field-proven radio frequency (RF) cyber-based, non-kinetic, non-jamming, counter-drone takeover technology, has received additional confirmation from the Federal... Continue reading

ACSL Announces New NDAA-Compliant Smart Controller, Upgrades to Flagship SOTEN Drone, and Future Platform Improvements

New smart controller, TENSO, aims to increase efficiency for operators in the field with rugged design, integrated HD display, and intuitive user interface SOTEN has rolled out significant performance improvements since initial launch with more upgrades in the roadmap Santa Clara, California – July 25, 2024, – ACSL, Inc (ACSL), the leading Japanese drone maker,... 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.