A decade after the U.S. Congress directed the FAA to protect critical infrastructure from drone threats, the regulator is publishing proposed rules for restricting unmanned aircraft operations in airspace over key facilities. Continue reading
Category Archives: Regulatory Matters
Beijing Bans Drone Sales as Rest of World Buys Chinese Drones
China’s new clampdown on drone sales and even the storage of drone components within the capital of Beijing stands out in a country that effectively built the global market for affordable commercial drones. The unprecedented citywide rules taking effect on May 1 come as authorities tighten drone regulations across the country and enforce flight restrictions more strictly. Continue reading
DHS Issues C-UAS Equipment Placement Field Guidance for First Responders
As agencies nationwide prepare for major upcoming events, including the FIFA World Cup and America250, counter-unmanned aircraft systems (C-UAS) planning has emerged as a critical priority. Continue reading
FAA Allows DoW to use Lasers to Protect Southern Border
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Department of War (DOW) completed a thorough safety assessment of a high-energy laser counter-drone system. This assessment validated that proper safety controls are in place and that while these systems are at the cutting edge of counter drone technology, they do not pose undue risk to passenger aircraft.
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FCC Seeks to Expand Deployment of US-Made Drones
On April 1, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Wireless Telecommunications Bureau (WTB) and Office of Engineering and Technology (OET) released a Public Notice seeking comment on actions to advance the production, deployment, and export of American unmanned aircraft systems. Continue reading
Speedbird Gains Brazil Approval for Urban BVLOS Drone Flights
Brazil’s civil aviation authority (ANAC) has authorized Speedbird Aero to operate delivery drones over areas with population densities of up to 5,000 people per square kilometer, marking a shift from route-by-route approvals to a scalable national framework for beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) operations. Continue reading
U.S. Government Cracks Down on Drones in Restricted Airspace
In support of The White House Task Force to Restore American Airspace Sovereignty, the DOJ, DHS, FAA, and DOW warn that any individual or group found operating an unauthorized drone within designated restricted airspace will face severe consequences. Continue reading
Texas Sues Anzu for Selling China-Linked ‘Trojan Horse’ Drones
Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a second lawsuit last week targeting companies he says are tied to the Chinese Communist Party, this time accusing a drone manufacturer of deceptively marketing products that allegedly pose national-security risks to Texans. Continue reading