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Rex Alexander, Founder & President, Five-Alpha LLC | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 67

This week on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, Rex Alexander, Founder & President of Five-Alpha, shares insights into how his company plays a key role in shaping safe and efficient solutions for the industry. With over 40 years of experience in military, general and commercial aviation, Rex is a globally recognized expert in aeronautical infrastructure,... Continue reading

Charlton Evans, CEO, End State Solutions | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 66

This week on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, Charlton Evans, CEO of End State Solutions, takes the spotlight as we continue “Safety & Standards” month, sponsored by Viasat. With expertise in certification and airworthiness for autonomous systems—including Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), drone delivery, High Altitude Platform System (HAPS), and Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS)—Charlton is... 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

Lisa Bee, Director of Air Traffic Services, Viasat | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 65

April is "Safety & Standards" month on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast, and we're kicking it off with our sponsor, Viasat. Lisa Bee, Director of Air Traffic Services at Viasat, brings over 30 years of experience in air traffic management, shaping strategies for satellite communications in aviation. Safety has always been at the core of... 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

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

Innovation Vanguard Awards at XPONENTIAL

Inside Unmanned Systems Launches the Innovation Vanguard Awards to Recognize Excellence in Autonomous TechnologiesRed Bank NJ March 6, 2025 – Inside Unmanned Systems proudly introduces the Innovation Vanguard Awards (IVA), a premier industry accolade celebrating the most groundbreaking advancements in unmanned, autonomous, and uncrewed systems. These awards honor the visionaries, engineers, and companies pushing the... 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 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

AUVSI names Uncrewed Systems Technology magazine as an official media partner

We are thrilled to announce a new media partnership between AUVSI and Uncrewed Systems Technology, a leading print and digital publication dedicated to the latest innovations in uncrewed and autonomous systems. This collaboration will help increase industry awareness and provide the AUVSI community with unparalleled access to cutting-edge insights, expert analysis, and updates on 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.