drones
FAA seeks 4 airports to test drone detection and mitigation technology
The new Airport UAS Detection and Mitigation Program will pave the way for such technology at all airports.
Interior resumes buying nonemergency drones, if they’re Pentagon-approved
The easing of restrictions coincides with the launch of the Blue sUAS program and the Trump administration's push to "buy American" to ensure cybersecurity.
Air Force adds more tech companies to Skyborg program
Skyborg now has 13 vendors competing for slices of a $400 million contract to build out a network of autonomous drones to follow piloted planes.
DIU launches governmentwide drone-buying program
The program will be offered on the GSA schedule for agencies to purchase gear from five verified companies.
CBP more than doubling autonomous sentry towers along Southwest border
The software involved could potentially help the Pentagon combat drones used by Iran-backed militias to scout bases prior to rocket and mortar attacks.
DHS’s ability to counter drones is ‘limited’ because the office in charge didn’t request funding
Without money, the Office of Policy couldn't hire the subject matter experts it needed to create a realistic work plan and complete guidance for authorized agencies.
