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AUVSI Applauds Reforms to Improve Foreign Military Sales Efficiency and Advance U.S. Leadership in Uncrewed Systems

AUVSI supports efforts to streamline FMS and export rules, strengthening U.S. competitiveness in uncrewed systems. ARLINGTON, VA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- On Wednesday evening, President Trump signed a series of Executive Orders aimed at strengthening the U.S. defense industrial base. One of those actions focused specifically on improving the speed and accountability... Continue reading

AUVSI Statement on China’s Sanctions Against U.S. Drone Companies

Arlington, VA – On Friday, The People’s Republic of China (PRC) added 11 leading U.S. drone manufacturers to its Ministry of Commerce “Unreliable Entity List,” citing military technology cooperation with Taiwan. The PRC also added an additional 16 companies to its export control list. The United States has no such sanctions or bans on PRC... Continue reading

Freefly Systems’ Alta X Earns Green UAS Certification Amid Growing Demand for Secure, Compliant Drone Platforms

March 31, 2025 – Arlington, VA — The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) announced today that Freefly Systems’ Alta X has officially achieved Green UAS certification, joining a growing roster of vetted, secure drone platforms available for government and enterprise use. The Alta X’s certification highlights the continued expansion of the Green UAS... Continue reading

Progress on Domestic UAS Detection & Mitigation is Required for Public Trust, Enabling Drone Regulations

Uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS, or drones) have transformed industries, increased efficiency, and saved lives. The overwhelming majority of drone operations comply with regulations, with registered aircraft and a Remote ID sensor serving as a digital license plate. This is especially true for AUVSI members and the customers our members serve. However, as drones become more... Continue reading

Key Takeaways from AWSAC 2025

Last week, the the ASAE and U.S. Industry gathered for three days of dynamic engagement at the Army Worldwide Security Assistance Conference, presented by AUVSI and DASA(DEC). Attendees gained valuable insights, connected with key industry and government leaders, and left with a deeper understanding of the evolving security assistance landscape.Key Takeaways from AWSAC 2025Day 1:... Continue reading

AUVSI Commends DoD Software Acquisition Pathway Mandate

The Department of Defense has directed that the Software Acquisition Pathway be used for all DoD software capability, cutting red tape and ensuring warfighters receive cutting-edge technology faster. "AUVSI commends Secretary Hegseth for mandating the Software Acquisition Pathway across DoD. We have long advocated for DoD to source software from leading software firms, utilizing rapid... Continue reading

AUVSI Statement for the Record – America Builds: Air Traffic Control System Infrastructure and Staffing

Testimony of Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI)Submitted for the Record to U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Aviation SubcommitteeAmerica Builds: Air Traffic Control System Infrastructure and StaffingMarch 4, 2025Chairman Nehls, Ranking Member Cohen, and Members of the Subcommittee:On behalf of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), we appreciate... Continue reading

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

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.