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Welcome to "Weekly Wings," your go-to podcast from DroneLife.com, where we soar through the latest in drone technology, regulation updates, and exciting innovations. Each week, join our hosts as they navigate the skies of the drone industry, offering expert insights, interviews with key figures, and a bird’s-eye view of how drones are shaping our world. From commercial applications to recreational adventures, "Weekly Wings" delves deep into how these remarkable machines are impacting construction, education, agriculture, filmmaking, delivery services, and much more. Whether you're a professional drone operator, a hobbyist, or just drone-curious, tune in to stay informed and inspired as we explore the heights of what's possible in the world of drones. Subscribe now and never miss an episode of "Weekly Wings" where the future is looking up!
U.S. Drone Policy Shifts, Counter-UAS Tech & Market Disruptions | February 20, 2025
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U.S. Drone Policy Shifts, Counter-UAS Tech & Market Disruptions | February 20, 2025
In this episode of Weekly Wings, Paul Rossi and Terry Neff break down the latest financial and policy shifts impacting the drone industry. They discuss how recent political and economic changes are driving acquisitions and vertical integration within the U.S. drone sector, highlighting how companies like Unusual Machines are expanding their footprint with strategic investments like the recent acquisition of Aloft Technologies - https://finance.yahoo.com/news/unusual-machines-enters-definive-agreement-133000058.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAAJAjmsouHpeHT2-uwOkGco7a0rdAvfwKH5h1r4VMZiF7RqboaB-F0GuUalVqkB-DJ8opfu2QdVj6YUlyqyQeXBeWiw7WuiTJzGGKUpurLUiUa_Fy2DnI2r5LZTuL0lI3J17VZ8chKzuS_C0d8hySeq7KdVZNZMwonUjpigKI_oK
The conversation shifts to the Drone Act of 2025, a bipartisan bill that could unlock federal funding for law enforcement drone programs. They analyze how this legislation could reshape public safety operations and whether it will exclude Chinese-made drones from eligibility - https://dronelife.com/2025/02/14/congress-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-to-expand-drone-funding-for-law-enforcement/
On the tech front, Paul and Terry examine American Robotics’ Iron Drone system, a counter-UAS solution designed for autonomous drone interception. They explore its implications for defense and critical infrastructure security, comparing its potential to Axon’s growing role in public safety drone integration - https://www.stocktitan.net/news/ONDS/ondas-airobotics-launches-global-demonstration-tour-to-showcase-iron-n5wx9ddqesan.html
Additionally, they review GeoQ’s new affordable LiDAR solutions, which significantly lower the barrier to entry for high-precision mapping and surveying applications - https://dronelife.com/2025/02/17/geocue-expands-trueview-lineup-with-tv1-and-tv1-lite-affordable-high-performance-lidar-for-drone-surveys/
They also touch on the growing presence of CIA drone surveillance operations in Mexico, targeting cartel activity with cutting-edge aerial intelligence capabilities - https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14409511/trump-cia-drones-mexico-spy-drug-cartels.html
The episode concludes with a discussion on recent aviation safety incidents, including the shocking Delta Airlines crash landing that flipped a jet upside down, prompting concerns about operational safety in extreme weather conditions - https://abcnews.go.com/US/dramatic-video-shows-moment-delta-plane-flipped-after/story?id=118921357
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Welcome to "Weekly Wings," your go-to podcast from DroneLife.com, where we soar through the latest in drone technology, regulation updates, and exciting innovations. Each week, join our hosts as they navigate the skies of the drone industry, offering expert insights, interviews with key figures, and a bird’s-eye view of how drones are shaping our world. From commercial applications to recreational adventures, "Weekly Wings" delves deep into how these remarkable machines are impacting construction, education, agriculture, filmmaking, delivery services, and much more. Whether you're a professional drone operator, a hobbyist, or just drone-curious, tune in to stay informed and inspired as we explore the heights of what's possible in the world of drones. Subscribe now and never miss an episode of "Weekly Wings" where the future is looking up!
