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At the AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium held July 29–30 in Washington, D.C., industry and government leaders gathered to discuss the future of uncrewed aircraft integration. The annual event brings stakeholders together to explore policy developments, with sessions covering regulatory progress, industry challenges, and what’s next for advanced drone operations. Two key sessions addressed […] The post Is BVLOS Right Around the Corner? Industry Insights from AUVSI’s Drone and AAM Policy Symposium appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Senator Rick Scott Urges Stronger U.S. Drone Policy at AUVSI Symposium Focus on National Security, Domestic Manufacturing, and Industry Engagement At the 2025 AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium in Washington, D.C., Senator Rick Scott delivered the opening remarks for the second day of the event, emphasizing the urgent need to advance U.S. drone policy […] The post Senator Rick Scott Calls for U.S. Drone Leadership and Security at AUVSI Symposium appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

DroneShield Joins U.S.-UK Project FlyTrap to Strengthen Counter-Drone Defenses: Joint training in Germany and Poland focuses on CUAS capabilities in response to emerging battlefield threats DroneShield Participates in Multinational Exercise DroneShield, a global provider of counter-unmanned aerial systems (CUAS), is supporting Project FlyTrap—an ongoing U.S.-UK defense initiative led by the U.S. Army V Corps. Held in […] The post Project FlyTrap: Strengthening Counter Drone Defenses appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Drone team finds new way to use thermal imaging in disaster response By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The search for a victim who was swept away by the massive floodwaters that inundated parts of Central Texas earlier this month has led to the development of an innovative use of drone mapping technology, which could […] The post New Thermal Drone Technique Emerges from Tragic Texas Flood appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Tour at Goleta Facility Showcases American-Made Infrared Technology for Defense and Safety Applications On July 29, 2025, Congressman Salud Carbajal (D-CA24) visited Teledyne FLIR OEM’s facility in Goleta, California. The site, which employs 467 people, plays a major role in advancing thermal imaging solutions for defense, transportation, and uncrewed systems. Teledyne FLIR OEM is part […] The post Congressman Carbajal Visits Goleta Facility Powering U.S. Thermal Imaging Breakthroughs appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Mark your calendars: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM EST, the latest episode of Public Safety Drone Review goes live, featuring guest Logan Jones, Chief Business Officer at SiFly. The conversation will explore how SiFly is redefining public safety aviation with rotorcraft-grade vehicles built at drone economics. Register here for this free event. Episode […] The post Public Safety Drone Review: Logan Jones of SiFly to Unpack Rotorcraft Reimagined on August 5 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Landmark deal marks a tenfold scale‑up and underscores Auterion’s evolution into a defense software player Auterion signs major US‑Ukraine defense contract Auterion, a U.S.-German defense tech company, has landed a $50 million contract from the Pentagon. It will deliver 33,000 AI‑driven Skynode drone strike kits to Ukraine. This marks the largest Western drone deal by unit […] The post Auterion Wins $50M Pentagon Contract to Deliver 33,000 AI‑Driven Drone Strike Kits to Ukraine appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

At AUVSI’s Policy Symposium, officials outlined how BIS rulemaking could impact Chinese-manufactured drones and broader U.S. drone policy. The AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium, held July 29–30 in Washington, D.C., brought government and industry leaders together to discuss the future of drone policy in the U.S. In a featured fireside chat, Michael Robbins, President […] The post Commerce Department Eyes Targeted Restrictions on Chinese Drones: What that Means appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Industry leaders urge swift progress on drone rulemaking and integration The AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium, held July 29–30 in Washington, D.C., brought together policymakers and industry leaders to discuss the future of drone and advanced air mobility (AAM) integration in the national airspace. The event, hosted by the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems […] The post AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium Keynote: Call for Action on BVLOS and National Leadership appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

U.S.-Built Drone Manufacturer Gains Ground with Military and Civil Customers Amid Push for Domestic Technology WingXpand Grows Footprint with Military and Civil Contracts St. Louis-based aerospace company WingXpand has announced the award of multiple new contracts with U.S. Special Operations, the Army, the Navy, and other civil customers. The deals mark a significant step for […] The post WingXpand Secures New Defense Contracts and Expands Smart Plane Production appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The European startup aims to bridge civilian tech and defense with its Q-OSP platform and Internet of Defense approach Berlin-Based Startup Secures Seed Round to Expand Military-Grade Intelligence Platform Project Q, a German defense-tech startup, has secured €7.5 million in seed funding to accelerate the development of its Q-Open Source Platform (Q-OSP). The funding round […] The post Project Q Raises €7.5M to Advance AI-Driven Defense Integration appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

India’s MS Dhoni-backed drone company aims for global growth with agriculture and defense solutions Garuda Aerospace Takes a Major Step Toward Global Reach Chennai-based drone manufacturer Garuda Aerospace has received an export license, clearing the way for its entry into the U.S., Australian, and Middle Eastern markets. The company, backed by cricket star MS Dhoni, […] The post India’s Garuda Aerospace Receives Export License, Expands into U.S., Australia, and Middle East appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Lightweight drone with immersive 8K video aims to broaden access to drone-based storytelling A New Entry in the Consumer Drone Market Insta360, a China-based manufacturer known for its 360-degree action cameras, has announced the launch of Antigravity, a new consumer drone brand. Developed in collaboration with third-party partners, Antigravity introduces what the company describes as […] The post Insta360 Launches Antigravity: A New Brand for 360-Degree Aerial Capture appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

DJI explores home electronics as they face uncertainty in U.S. drone market DJI, the world’s largest drone manufacturer, is making a strategic entry into the home electronics market with its first robot vacuum called Romo. This expansion represents a significant business shift for the Chinese company as it faces mounting regulatory pressure and potential restrictions […] The post DJI’s Next New Product is… a Vacuum? appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Congress Questions FAA Staffing and AI Use Amid Growing Airspace Complexity July 2025 — As the landscape of aviation continues to evolve, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) finds itself under growing scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers. Recent concerns focus on FAA workforce reductions and the agency’s increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, especially as these […] The post FAA Faces Tough Questions: Are AI and Job Cuts Threatening Airspace Safety? appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article