DefSec: Investments Continue in UAS Technology
Don’t count unmanned aerial systems out just yet. A Senate subcommittee hears that investments are still being made in the UAS technology despite the military’s shift to more advanced systems.
Wallops Hopes to Land East Coast Drone Hub
Virginia wants to establish a facility for drone testing at the Wallops Flight Facility. Officials say the permanent duty station would provide 400 jobs. It is in competition with Key West Naval Air Station and Mayport Naval Air Station in Florida.
Infrastructure Moves Up on HASC Budget List
After years of shifting infrastructure dollars to acquisitions, the House Armed Services Committee looks ready to pony up for bricks and mortar.
Air Force Leads UAS Purchasing
While the Air Force leads for now, the Navy’s UAS purchasing is growing the fastest in the forces.
Navy Considers Tying UAVs to Fighter Jets
The Navy has been going through a lot of UAV considerations and now may look to connecting its drone platforms to F-35s, E-2s or Super Hornets.
Transportation & FAA want All Drones Registered
All drones, even those operated by hobbyists, could be required to register with the Dept. of Transportation and/or Federal Aviation Authority, perhaps as soon as November.
Russian & US Aircraft Too Close Over Syria
Moscow agrees to continue talks about continuing close encounters between their aircraft and US manned and unmanned aircraft.
Drones in Restricted Airspace Face $1.9M Fine
FAA proposes $1.9 million fine on SkyPan International Inc., a small Chicago-based aerial-photography firm for 65 flights of drones in restricted airspace.
DoD Faces Possible Year-long Emergency Spending Measure
DoD may have to operate under a year-long emergency spending measure that will leave it short on funds.
