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    AUVSI Supports Section 232 Investigation into Imports of Uncrewed Aircraft Systems 

     The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today expressed strong support for the Department of Commerce’s decision to initiate a Section 232 investigation, including a public comment period, into the national security implications of importing uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) and their parts and components.  The investigation, conducted under the authority of Section 232 of... Continue reading

    AUVSI Applauds Defense Department Action to Accelerate U.S. Drone Acquisition and Innovation

    The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today voiced strong support for new actions taken by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to scale the deployment of small uncrewed aircraft systems (sUAS) for our warfighters and strengthen the American drone industrial base. The DoD's new acquisition guidance reflects input from AUVSI and its members,... Continue reading

    AUVSI Applauds Senate Confirmation of Bryan Bedford as FAA Administrator

    The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) congratulates Bryan Bedford on his confirmation by the United States Senate to serve as Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). His confirmation ensures critical leadership of the FAA at a pivotal moment for the future of U.S. advanced aviation. “Administrator Bedford’s confirmation ensures the FAA has... Continue reading

    AUVSI Statement on FAA Nominee Bedford Advancing Out of Committee 

    The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) applauds the Senate Commerce Committee for advancing the nomination of Bryan Bedford to serve as Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and urges the full Senate to move swiftly on his confirmation, which AUVSI has endorsed.  Michael Robbins, President & CEO of AUVSI, said, “FAA leadership... Continue reading

    On a Historic Day for Advanced Aviation, AUVSI Applauds Executive Orders Advancing U.S. Leadership in Drones

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    On Friday afternoon, President Trump signed two sweeping executive orders focused on strengthening U.S. leadership in uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS, or drones). These actions aim to streamline rulemaking for enabling regulations, fortify domestic supply chains and promote manufacturing, advance security measures, and align federal operations with emerging aviation technologies. The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems... Continue reading

    AUVSI Statement on the Reintroduction of the Drones for First Responders Act

    The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) applauds the reintroduction of the Drones for First Responders (DFR) Act and commends Representative Elise Stefanik (R-NY) for her leadership in advancing this critical legislation. America’s overreliance on drones manufactured in adversarial nations, most notably the People’s Republic of China (PRC), poses a growing threat to national... Continue reading

    AUVSI Testifies Before House Aviation Subcommittee on FAA Reauthorization Implementation with Emphasis on Drone & Advanced Air Mobility Regulations

    Michael Robbins, President and CEO of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), testified today before the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure’s Subcommittee on Aviation at a hearing titled “FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024: Stakeholder Perspectives One Year Later.”  During the hearing, Robbins shared the perspectives of AUVSI’s members, including leaders across the... 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.

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