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

Airspace Link: Safely Advancing Data-Driven UAS Operations in Detroit and Across America

Airspace Link, a plucky Michigan-based technology start up, has made significant strides in facilitating data-driven operations that uplift the uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) and advanced air mobility (AAM) industries. In this exclusive interview, Bruce Briglia, Airspace Link’s UAS Project Consultant, discusses how the company continues to shape the innovative Advanced Aerial Innovation Region (AAIR) in... Continue reading

Bret Gardner , Enterprise Sales- North America, gNext | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 60

The Dawn of Autonomy podcast wraps up "Data-Driven Ops" month, sponsored by Airspace Link, with Bret Gardner, Enterprise Sales - North America at gNext. An accomplished business development and account management leader, Bret has built $17.5MM in utility inspection revenue, managed $1B+ pipelines, and secured $7MM in Series A funding. gNext is a SaaS-based Civil... Continue reading

AUVSI Applauds Legislation Supporting Drones Grants for Law Enforcement

On behalf of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), President and CEO Michael Robbins issued the following statement endorsing the Directing Resources for Officers Navigating Emergencies (DRONE) Act of 2025:  “Drones are saving lives in emergency response. They are being relied on to reduce the risk posed to first responders, every day, in... Continue reading

Christopher Hewlett, Project ULTRA and Tom Swoyer, GrandSky | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 59

Join us this week on The Dawn of Autonomy with Tom Swoyer Jr., President of GrandSKY, and Chris Hewlett, Director of Project ULTRA (UAS Logistics, Traffic, Response, Autonomy), as "Data-Driven Ops" month continues, sponsored by Airspace Link. Tom's efforts have significantly contributed to North Dakota's robust flight test, regulatory and operational UAS ecosystem. Chris, a... Continue reading