Trump's Big Beautiful Bill and Drones The reconciliation package formally titled the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is best known for its tax provisions, but it also embeds an expansive suite of unmanned systems funding that could reshape the U.S. drone ecosystem for years to come. Below is a focused review of the bill’s drone-related elements and their likely impact on … [Read more...] about Dronescape: What Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Means for the Commercial and Dual-Use Drone Industry
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FAA Acting Administrator Chris Rocheleau Discusses Regulatory Priorities at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025
FAA Acting Administrator Chris Rocheleau emphasized the agency’s commitment to balancing innovation with safety during a keynote fireside chat at the AUVSI XPONENTIAL conference, addressing critical updates on drone regulations, airspace modernization, and counter-UAS strategies. Rocheleau, a seasoned aviation leader who played a pivotal role in establishing the Transportation … [Read more...] about FAA Acting Administrator Chris Rocheleau Discusses Regulatory Priorities at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025
WarrenUAS Expands Industry Reach Through New Partnership with The Tactien Group
Collaboration brings advanced UAS expertise and strategic insight to support WarrenUAS research, training, and program growth Warren County Community College’s WarrenUAS program, known for its strength in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) training and research, has announced a new partnership with The Tactien Group LLC. The collaboration brings aviation strategy expertise to … [Read more...] about WarrenUAS Expands Industry Reach Through New Partnership with The Tactien Group
U.S. Robotics Leaders Call for National Strategy Amid Rising Global Competition
Industry stakeholders highlight need for federal office, incentives, and training programs to support U.S. innovation in robotics and AI American robotics companies are calling for a national robotics strategy to ensure the United States remains competitive in the rapidly advancing global robotics industry, according to a recently published Associated Press … [Read more...] about U.S. Robotics Leaders Call for National Strategy Amid Rising Global Competition
Ukraine Expands Drone Capabilities with New Approvals and Ambitious Procurement Plans
The Ukrainian government has recently made significant strides in expanding its drone capabilities, as evidenced by two major announcements from official sources. Bird of Prey Drone System Approved for Combat On March 26, 2025, Ukraine's Defense Ministry announced the approval of the domestically produced Bird of Prey unmanned aviation system for combat operations. This … [Read more...] about Ukraine Expands Drone Capabilities with New Approvals and Ambitious Procurement Plans
