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Pentagon Preps Directed-Energy ‘Shoot-Off’ as DHS Clears State and Local Police to Take On Drones
JIATF-401 will test high-energy laser and microwave weapons against drones this December, as DHS rolls out new SAFER SKIES Act authority letting local police detect and mitigate UAS threats.
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UK Drone Battery Push Targets U.S. Defense Supply-Chain Rules
UK battery makers are preparing for U.S. defense sourcing rules as drone tariffs increase pressure to document cells, materials and component origins.
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White House Holds First Drone Dominance Summit Ahead of Tariffs
The White House brought roughly 40 drone companies together to discuss U.S. manufacturing, procurement and supply chains ahead of new drone tariffs.
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China Urges U.S. to Withdraw New Section 232 Drone Tariffs
China urged the U.S. to withdraw new Section 232 drone tariffs. See when the duties begin and what commercial operators should review before buying.
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DJI Gets Partial Appeals-Court Win but Remains on Pentagon List
A federal appeals court ordered further review of one basis for DJI’s Pentagon designation, but DJI remains on the Section 1260H list pending review.
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Uber and Zipline Target 1 Million Daily Drone Deliveries by 2029
Uber and Zipline will add drone delivery to Uber Eats later in 2026, targeting one million daily deliveries by the end of 2029 across U.S. markets.
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Air Force Seeks DJI Drones for Counter-UAS Training at Missile Base
The Air Force is seeking six DJI drones for counter-UAS training at F.E. Warren AFB, using controlled commercial aircraft as realistic threat targets.
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FAA Proposes $289,215 Gorge Drones Fine Over Part 137
The FAA proposes a $289,215 fine against Gorge Drones. Here’s what agricultural drone operators should verify under Part 137 before their next job.