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What’s Inside Trump’s Drone Executive Orders On June 6, 2025, President Donald Trump signed two significant executive orders addressing unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), marking a pivotal moment for the commercial drone industry and national airspace security. The orders, “Unleashing American Drone Dominance” and “Restoring American Airspace Sovereignty,” establish an ambitious framework for expanding drone operations […] The post Trump’s Drone Executive Orders: Beyond the Fact Sheets appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

President Donald J. Trump issued two major Executive Orders today, June 6, 2025, as part of a broader set of actions to strengthen American leadership in drone technology and enhance the security of national airspace. These measures, detailed in official White House fact sheets, aim to accelerate innovation, clarify regulatory authority, and reinforce U.S. competitiveness […] The post Trump Issues Executive Orders on Drones appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Arlington PD Drone As First Responder program begins with a bang By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Police departments across the U.S. are initiating Drones as First Responders (DFR) programs for a number of reasons: to search for missing persons, to get a bird’s eye view of an accident scene or to track suspects fleeing […] The post From Fireworks to First Response: How Arlington PD Built a Smarter Drone Program appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New partnership aims to bring drone delivery to millions of U.S. households in major metro areas Walmart and drone delivery company Wing have announced what they describe as the world’s largest drone delivery expansion. Over the next year, the service will become available at 100 additional Walmart Supercenters across key U.S. metro areas. By this […] The post Walmart and Wing Announce Major Drone Delivery Expansion appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, joined by China Select Committee Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI), and Congressmen Darin LaHood (R-IL) and Rob Wittman (R-VA), has reintroduced the Drones for First Responders (DFR) Act. (Read the full text of the bill here.) The legislation is designed to strengthen the U.S. drone industry, reduce reliance on Chinese-manufactured drones, and enhance […] The post Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Reintroduces Drones for First Responders Act appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

SimActive and Applanix Experts to Discuss the Role of High-Accuracy Positioning in Aerial Mapping Register for the Webinar:Thursday, June 12 | Two Live Sessions: 10 AM CET and 10 AM PSTRegister here SimActive will host a live interview on Thursday, June 12, bringing together two industry experts to explore the impact of advanced positioning systems […] The post Does Better Positioning Really Improve Mapping Accuracy? appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New collaboration highlights the growing ROI of drone programs in remote and regulated environment Drone-Enabled Environmental Sampling Launches in Michigan SampleServe, a Michigan-based company known for digital environmental sampling tools, has announced a new partnership with drone logistics firm blueflite. Together, the companies aim to improve water and sediment sampling by integrating drone automation with […] The post SampleServe and blueflite Partner on Drone-Based Water Sampling Solution appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

First drone deployment of FEST® battery tech could double flight range and support growing U.S. demand for secure supply chain Factorial Enters Drone Sector with First Solid-State Battery Shipment Factorial Energy, a U.S.-based leader in solid-state battery technology, has announced its first shipment of FEST® lithium-metal battery cells for drone use. The recipient is Avidrone […] The post Factorial Energy Ships Solid-State Batteries to Avidrone: A New Chapter in Drone Power appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

In a hearing before the U.S. House Subcommittee on Aviation, Michael Robbins, President and CEO of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), outlined critical updates and challenges in implementing the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024. His testimony emphasized the urgent need for regulatory clarity, workforce development, and infrastructure modernization to secure U.S. leadership […] The post Michael Robbins Testifies Before Congress on FAA Reauthorization Progress and Challenges appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has announced two significant initiatives: the $20 million Project G.I. Challenge to fast-track next-generation UAS solutions, and a new framework inviting third-party assessors to support Blue UAS NDAA compliance. While these developments are designed to modernize and accelerate secure drone adoption for defense, they also highlight ongoing discussion about the […] The post DIU’s Dual Announcements: Project G.I. Challenge and Blue UAS Overhaul Reflect Shifting Landscape for Trusted Drone Certification appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Bridger Photonics expands methane detection to the offshore By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A company that has pioneered the use of LiDAR-based sensors mounted on fixed-wing aircraft to detect methane emissions emanating from oil and gas facilities on the ground has turned to the use of drones to achieve the same mission for offshore […] The post Bridger Photonics Takes Methane Detection Offshore with Drone-Based LiDAR appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Saildrone Surveyor maps 4,500 km of seabed, marking a major shift in ocean survey capabilities In a landmark achievement for maritime technology, Saildrone and Meta have successfully completed a first-of-its-kind deep-water cable route survey using an uncrewed surface vehicle (USV). The 26-day mission took place in the North Atlantic during June and July 2024, using […] The post Saildrone and Meta Complete First Autonomous Deep-Ocean Cable Route Survey appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

North American-built system supports flexible military operations with high speed, payload versatility, and mission adaptability Draganfly’s Flex FPV System Begins Deployment with Major U.S. Prime Contractor Draganfly Inc. has announced the first delivery of its Flex FPV (First Person View) drone systems to a major U.S. military prime contractor. The delivery supports land systems operations […] The post Draganfly Delivers Modular Flex FPV Drone Systems to Major U.S. Defense Contractor appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Texas A&M RELLIS Campus provides venue for cutting-edge drone research By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill In the future instead of toiling in the sun, farmers could be sitting in an comfortable office, coordinating fleets of robots, comprising UAVs and terrestrial vehicles, to autonomously perform tasks such as seeding fields and managing crops, thanks to […] The post Texas A&M’s RELLIS Campus Drives the Future of Autonomous Systems appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New agreement focuses on integrating unmanned helicopters into next-generation defense and security operations Alpha Unmanned Systems and Airbus Helicopters España have signed a formal collaboration agreement to develop joint operations between manned and unmanned helicopters. The partnership builds on successful military exercises and marks a new step in integrating tactical UAVs into defense missions. The […] The post Alpha Unmanned Systems and Airbus Helicopters España Partner to Advance Crewed-Uncrewed Teaming appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Germany’s Sentinel Platform Redefines Aerial Defense with Radar-Carrying Drones and Interceptor Missiles by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magil As rapid advances in UAS technology are increasing opportunities for the military use or drones, countries around the world are looking to employ the same technological tools to develop counter-drone systems. Alpine Eagle, a company based in […] The post Alpine Eagle Unveils World’s First Drone-Based Counter-UAS Swarm System appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Commercial UAV Expo offers full scholarships, mentorship, and networking opportunities for university students using UAS for good—applications due June 6. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb The organizers of Commercial UAV Expo have announced their final call for submissions for the second annual UAV Empower: Path to Leadership Event Scholarship, designed to support university […] The post Final Call: UAV Empower Scholarship Opens Doors for Students Driving Social Impact with Drones appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Industry leaders at XPONENTIAL 2025 emphasize that Safety Management Systems are essential—and scalable—for all drone operations, from startups to major carriers. By DRONELIFE Contributing Editor Paul Rossi At XPONENTIAL 2025, a panel of aviation safety experts from the FAA, Amazon Prime Air, Causey Aviation Unmanned and UPS Flight Forward gathered to discuss a crucial topic […] The post Beyond Compliance: How Industry Leaders Are Shaping SMS for Scalable and Safe Drone Operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New License Tier Makes Drone Light Shows More Accessible to Creators, Educators, and Hobbyist SPH Engineering, the developer of Drone Show Software, has announced a new free software tier designed to bring drone-based entertainment to a broader audience. The Drone Show Software (DSS) Lite License allows users to create and run synchronized light shows with […] The post SPH Engineering Launches Free Drone Show Software Lite License appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Groundbreaking competition tests autonomous drones across air, land, and water Michigan Debuts Landmark Autonomous Drone Event Governor Gretchen Whitmer officially launched the Uncrewed Triple Challenge (UTC) May 20, a state-sponsored competition pushing the boundaries of autonomous drone capabilities. The event, which tests drones on land, in the air, and over water, is a first-of-its-kind competition […] The post Michigan Launches First-Ever Uncrewed Triple Challenge appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Northern Plains UAS Test Site extends reach beyond home state By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The Northern Plains UAS Test Site (NPUASTS), which has been at the forefront in making North Dakota a leader in the cause of advancing autonomous unmanned air mobility, is working to bring its solutions to other states across the […] The post From North Dakota to the Nation: NPUASTS Expands BVLOS Capabilities Across the U.S. appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

By DRONELIFE Contributing Editor Paul Rossi At XPONENTIAL 2025, amidst the cutting-edge technology and UAV innovation, one unforgettable moment stood out – when Travis Claypool, a UAV engineer with SPH Engineering, walked away from the CubePilot after party with a gold-plated Cube Red flight controller in hand. But this wasn’t just about a lucky raffle […] The post Teacher to Tinkerer: Travis Claypool Wins Gold at the CubePilot After Party at XPONENTIAL 2025 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New milestone in Dallas area marks the first use of real-time, automated coordination between commercial BVLOS drone operators. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Flytrex and Wing recently announced their shared implementation of the Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) Strategic Coordination standard in the United States with a new first-of-its-kind application into daily flight operations […] The post Flytrex and Wing Launch First UTM-Enabled Drone Delivery Collaboration in U.S. appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The real-time video analytics platform will use Series B funding to grow operations and enhance AI innovation across key sectors Unleash live Raises A$17 Million to Fuel Global Growth Unleash live, an Australian-based company known for its AI-powered real-time video analytics platform, has announced the successful close of its Series B funding round. The company […] The post Unleash live Secures A$17 Million to Expand AI-Powered Infrastructure Solutions Globally appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article