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AUVSI Attends NASAO 2023 Annual Convention and Tradeshow

Last week, AUVSI staff attended the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) 2023 Annual Convention and Tradeshow in Rogers, Arkansas. NASAO is “dedicated to representing the interests of the states and the public before policymakers at the federal level,” and is the “only organization deeply invested in representing the public interest in all facets of aviation and airports.”

Advanced Aviation Mixer

The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International 501(c) Lone Star Chapter presents the Advanced Aviation Mixer! This exciting event will be held in person at Galaxy Unmanned Systems HQ 5001 North Freeway, Fort Worth, TX, USA. AUVSI Lone Star will provide the BBQ & live entertainment as well as demonstrating the different technologies and innovations in the industry. Get ready to connect with unmanned aircraft system (UAS) and advanced air mobility (AAM) professionals. We will be discussing integration issues, safety interests and policies. share stories, and discover the latest trends in the industry.

Successful Drone Programs Put Safety First; USI Helps Them Do That

Over the past several years, the drone industry has increasingly engaged in advanced operations using larger aircraft, in challenging environments and beyond the visual line of sight of the operator. With greater complexity comes greater risk. USI (formerly Unmanned Safety Institute) provides a holistic drone program to help growing businesses and academia to build program success and obtain a valuable return on investment (ROI) through a balanced investment in safety.

AUVSI Statement on Phoenix Air Unmanned BVLOS Exemption

The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today applauded the Federal Aviation Administration’s grant of an exemption to Phoenix Air Unmanned to conduct commercial drone operations beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS).

AUVSI Submits AAM Regulatory Comments

The world is entering an exciting new era of aviation, but for the benefits of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) to be realized, U.S. companies need more support and regulatory clarity. The safe integration of AAM into the airspace will increase U.S. global competitiveness by supporting domestic workforce growth and technology innovation and manufacturing.

RTCA and EUROCAE Join Forces to Host the Aviation Summit: Future Connectivity

Washington/Paris, August 3, 2023 - RTCA and EUROCAE are excited to announce their collaboration in organizing the groundbreaking "Aviation Summit: Future Connectivity". This virtual summit is set to take place on October 25, bringing together leading experts and stakeholders from the aviation industry to address the pivotal topic of datalink communication in aviation. As the aviation industry continues to evolve, the significance of efficient and secure communication through data becomes increasingly apparent. The "Aviation Summit: Future Connectivity " will serve as a strategic platform for industry players to address the challenges, advancements, and opportunities presented by datalink technology in modern aviation.

AAM: Entry into Service

The final day of the AAM Summit, co-hosted by FAA and AUVSI, began with a morning plenary session featuring Jessica Sypniewski, Deputy Assistant Administrator of FAA’s NextGen (ANG-2) and Dr. Ezinne Uzo-Okoro, Assistant Director for Spacy Policy at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.