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.
X-47B Accomplishes First Unmanned Aerial Refueling Mission
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Navy Restarts Effort To Fit 'Due Regard' Radar on Triton
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Amazon Wins Exemption From FAA to Test Fly Small Drone
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IAI Reports Brazilian Defense Initiatives
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AeroVironment, Northrop Grumman Develop Naval Drones
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FAA 'Interim Policy' Speeds UAS Flight Authorizations
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FAA Grants Amazon Experimental 'Ticket' for Drone Testing
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EASA Issues Regulatory Approach for Drones in Europe
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Helicopter Operators See Drones as a Business Opportunity
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Europe Calls for Safer Drone Integration
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