Crazy, clueless, careless, compliant, criminal, committed and combatant—drone pilots can fall into any one of these categories. In response, across an array of markets and use cases, Echodyne continues to address the challenges they cause and in so doing, has redefined airspace security. June marked “Security” month on the Dawn of Autonomy podcast. The series launched with an in-depth interview featuring Echodyne’s Curtis Walters and David Lewin, where they pulled back the curtain on how the company’s advanced radar systems can be deployed, across diverse sectors, to both defend against drones and enable the industry.
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Physics AI Accelerates Aircraft Design Time: Rune Aero Cuts Early Development Costs 80% with Luminary Cloud
The autonomous cargo aircraft startup for middle-mile routes rapidly iterated on its design to double capacity while reducing fuel burn over 50%
SAN MATEO, Calif., March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Rune Aero has revolutionized its aircraft development process using an interactive virtual wind tunnel powered by Physics AI, achieving an 80% reduction in early design costs while doubling payload capacity and cutting fuel consumption by 50%.
Webinar: Autonomy in Action: What Commercial Operations Can Learn from Defense Applications
Date/Time: Thursday, July 10 at 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST
As autonomous technologies advances, aerospace companies are faced with both new opportunities and new challenges. How do we introduce this technology at the right time, on the right platform, and for the right use case? And how do we navigate regulatory guidelines that have not caught up to the pace of these advancements?
In this webinar, we’ll explore how the Defense industry is leveraging the latest autonomous solutions for both crewed and uncrewed aerial missions — while making connections to the commercial market. From logistics to CUAS, autonomy is making defense missions both more effective and safer for military personnel. Our expert panelists will discuss:
Creating Energy: How Suncor Energy Collaborates to Innovate
Suncor Energy’s drone program stands as a model for how legacy energy giants can embrace new technology to drive efficiency, safety and environmental stewardship at scale. Since launching its formal drone operations in 2020, Suncor has completed more than 18,000 missions across Canada and the United States, transforming everything from mine surveys to wildlife protection.
AUVSI Announces SolidIntel as New Supply Chain Monitoring Partner for Green UAS
HOUSTON, TX – On Day 3 of XPONENTIAL 2025, the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) announced a new partnership with SolidIntel, a leader in supply chain risk intelligence and transparency solutions, as the latest official supply chain monitoring partner for the Green UAS program.
SolidIntel brings advanced analytics, real-time threat assessments, and proprietary visibility tools to the Green UAS certification process, reinforcing the program’s commitment to security, compliance, and end-to-end supply chain transparency. The collaboration enables faster, more accurate assessments of vendor integrity and component sourcing, which are essential for NDAA compliance and mission assurance across the federal ecosystem.
AUVSI Applauds FAA & DOT’s Plan for Modernized ATC System
The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) applauds the Federal Aviation Association and the Department of Transportation for unveiling their plan for a modernized air traffic control system today.
Drone and AAM Policy Symposium 2025
From evolving regulations to groundbreaking innovations, the Drone and AAM Policy Symposium is your opportunity to engage with the key players shaping the future of the national airspace. This year we’re gathering at Nationals Park—a dynamic venue that provides a unique backdrop for collaboration and innovation.
Rethinking Acquisition to Unleash American Leadership in Uncrewed Systems
As the United States government deepens its investment in uncrewed systems, robotics, and autonomous technologies, our ability to compete and lead will hinge not just on what we build — but how, and how much, we buy.
Statement on Bryan Bedford’s Nomination as FAA Administrator
AUVSI congratulates Bryan Bedford on his nomination as the next Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). With over 30 years of aviation leadership, including his tenure as CEO of Republic Airways since 1999, Mr. Bedford brings deep operational and regulatory expertise to the role. His experience in aviation safety, finance, management, and training equips him to address both the challenges and opportunities facing the industry today.
Working alongside Deputy FAA Administrator Chris Rocheleau and DOT Secretary Sean Duffy, Mr. Bedford will help lead a strong, forward-thinking FAA team committed to modernizing regulations, enhancing safety, and reinforcing U.S. leadership in global aviation.
NIAR develops novel overmolded thermoplastic production process for EVTOL applications
The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) at Wichita State University has engineered an advanced thermoplastic rib structure, showcasing the potential of fully automated hybrid thermoforming and injection overmolding.
The program, led NIAR’s Advanced Technologies Lab for Aerospace Systems (ATLAS) cuts production time from 100 hours to two minutes, marking a major breakthrough in aerospace manufacturing efficiency. By integrating two key polymer processing techniques, the process enables the production of high-performance, lightweight components with greater design flexibility and cost efficiency.