News and issues relating to civil and military unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) of all kinds and sizes, including those used for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), combat (unmanned combat air vehicles, or UCAVs), law enforcement, research and other applications. Of particular focus is the FAA's planned integration of UAS into the U.S. national airspace system.
Drone Pilot Who Crashed into L.A. Fire Bomber Sentenced
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Ascendance Launches Hybrid-Electric Aviation Partnership in Malaysia
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Kawasaki Will Develop Piston Engine For Black Swan Cargo UAV
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Amprius Boosts U.S. Battery Production as Drone Market Surges
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NBAA Surveys Members on Drones for BVLOS Consultation
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Joby Demonstrates Autonomous Flight in Pacific Defense Exercise
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U.S. Air Force Buys Autonomous Freighter from Reliable Robotics
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U.S. States Collaborate To Implement Advanced Air Mobility
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Autonomous Flight Pioneer Merlin Seeks Capital through IPO
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