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    AUVSI State Advocacy February 2025

    */AAM Prepared in AZ, CA, and TXAUVSI and our AAM partners have worked with legislators to introduce our AAM model legislation in three states.In Arizona SB1307, introduced by Senator Carroll, passed the Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency Committee on February 20 with a vote of 6-1. While airlines raised concerns regarding potential interpretations of our... Continue reading

    AUVSI names Uncrewed Systems Technology magazine as an official media partner

    We are thrilled to announce a new media partnership between AUVSI and Uncrewed Systems Technology, a leading print and digital publication dedicated to the latest innovations in uncrewed and autonomous systems. This collaboration will help increase industry awareness and provide the AUVSI community with unparalleled access to cutting-edge insights, expert analysis, and updates on the... Continue reading

    Airspace Link: Safely Advancing Data-Driven UAS Operations in Detroit and Across America

    Airspace Link, a plucky Michigan-based technology start up, has made significant strides in facilitating data-driven operations that uplift the uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) and advanced air mobility (AAM) industries. In this exclusive interview, Bruce Briglia, Airspace Link’s UAS Project Consultant, discusses how the company continues to shape the innovative Advanced Aerial Innovation Region (AAIR) in... Continue reading

    Bret Gardner , Enterprise Sales- North America, gNext | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 60

    The Dawn of Autonomy podcast wraps up "Data-Driven Ops" month, sponsored by Airspace Link, with Bret Gardner, Enterprise Sales - North America at gNext. An accomplished business development and account management leader, Bret has built $17.5MM in utility inspection revenue, managed $1B+ pipelines, and secured $7MM in Series A funding. gNext is a SaaS-based Civil... Continue reading

    AUVSI Applauds Legislation Supporting Drones Grants for Law Enforcement

    On behalf of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), President and CEO Michael Robbins issued the following statement endorsing the Directing Resources for Officers Navigating Emergencies (DRONE) Act of 2025:  “Drones are saving lives in emergency response. They are being relied on to reduce the risk posed to first responders, every day, in... Continue reading

    Christopher Hewlett, Project ULTRA and Tom Swoyer, GrandSky | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 59

    Join us this week on The Dawn of Autonomy with Tom Swoyer Jr., President of GrandSKY, and Chris Hewlett, Director of Project ULTRA (UAS Logistics, Traffic, Response, Autonomy), as "Data-Driven Ops" month continues, sponsored by Airspace Link. Tom's efforts have significantly contributed to North Dakota's robust flight test, regulatory and operational UAS ecosystem. Chris, a... Continue reading

    Chris Hood, Founder & CEO, CTRL | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 58

    This week on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, we feature Chris Hood, Founder of Ctrl, with nearly a decade of experience using drone technology for inspection and mapping. Based in Toronto, Canada, Ctrl delivers actionable intelligence through survey-grade data collection for critical infrastructure, energy assets, and buildings. Their services include high-speed cinematic video, thermal inspections,... Continue reading

    Clemson Drone Completes AUVSI Accreditation to Become a Trusted Operator™ Training Provider

    Today, Clemson Drone announced the launch of its UAS Mission Administration course, offering participants the opportunity to earn all three AUVSI Trusted Operator certifications—Levels 1, 2, and 3—in one comprehensive class. The fully online program is designed to deliver the highest standards in drone pilot training.  Clemson Drone’s UAS Mission Administration course stands out with... Continue reading

    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

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

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