February 4, 2025
BY AURA Network Systems
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Michael Robbins, the President and CEO of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) issued a statement endorsing the Directing Resources for Officers Navigating Emergencies (DRONE) Act of 2025.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth directed the Department of the Air Force to pause all planning related to its “Re-Optimization for Great Power Competition” effort—a move that leaves a sweeping plan to transform the Air Force and Space Force in limbo.
Vertiq announced that its 81-08 G2 Module has been added to the Defense Innovation Unit’s (DIU) Blue UAS Framework list. This milestone marks the first motor and ESC combination to receive such approval, addressing the drone industry’s critical need for a reliable source of high performance propulsion components.
Produced by UAS Magazine, the UAS Summit will provide attendees with a comprehensive overview of the current state of the unmanned aircraft systems industry.
The North Dakota Unmanned Autonomous Systems Council (NDUASC) announced its partnership with Job Service North Dakota, a critical collaboration aimed at showcasing the expansive UAS job opportunities in the state. This partnership highlights North Dakota’s leadership as a hub for UAS innovation, both regionally and nationally.