The latest from State Advocacy: As March came to a close, so did the end of the third month of the legislative session. Alabama and Florida convened for their 2023 regular sessions, while Wyoming, Utah, South Dakota, West Virginia, Kentucky, New Mexico, Idaho, Maine, and Georgia adjourned.
What's next from our team: As states that were active in drone policy adjourn, AUVSI will be putting out end of session reports grading the legislation introduced and engagement of the legislature. See our already-published reports on Missippi, Utah, and Wyoming.
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Episode 87: Chris Howe, Lead Operating Officer, Canadian Advanced Air Mobility (CAAM)
This week, join Dawn with Chris Howe, Lead Operating Officer at the Canadian Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) along with Jacob Taylor CEO of Indigenous Aerospace, as we continue a month dedicated to “Future Industry” sponsored by Airspace Link. This episode is part of the Volatus Above and Beyond Series series.
Chris and Jacob will discuss with Dawn how they are dedicated to building an ecosystem of national collaboration in creating a sustainable, equitable and profitable UAS and AAM community. CAAM, in partnership with Indigenous Aerospace, aims to foster a diverse and inclusive perspective in creating innovative and safe technology to the growing drone and eVTOL industries of today...and tomorrow.
Stream Episode 87 on March 29 at 11:00 a.m. ET:
2023 End of State Sessions Report: Mississippi
Mississippi had an active and engaged 2023 legislative session. Due to the interest from the legislature, strong work of the research institutions, and the friendly environment that the State has shown for innovative technology, AUVSI targeted Mississippi from the beginning for our educational Drone Prepared campaign. The state was receptive and encouraging to work with, and within three months Drone Prepared was law. In every way, from legislation to engagement, the Mississippi legislature went above and beyond this year.
RTCA Brings Industry Together to Address AAM Safety, Integration and Framework Needs
WASHINGTON, DC – March 28, 2023 – Earlier this year, RTCA launched a series of workshops for industry and government participants to address the framework and system requirements of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) needed to support future aviation flight operations. The purpose of these ongoing workshops is to develop industry consensus around capabilities needed to ensure the integration of new entrants and legacy operations in a safe and efficient manner.
AeroX takes major steps toward building an unmanned aviation ecosystem, annual report shows
Winston-Salem, N.C. – North Carolina-based nonprofit AeroX has taken major steps toward building a regional advanced air mobility (AAM) ecosystem since forming in 2021, including launching the development of what business and community leaders expect to become the nation’s first urban unmanned air traffic management system (UTM).
These and other results are captured in the organization’s first annual report, AeroX Takes Flight in North Carolina.
2023 State Legislative Sessions: February Recap
The second month of the legislative session has come to an end, with every state meeting for their regular legislative session in February except for Louisiana and Florida. On February 26th, Virginia became the first state to adjourn, with Wyoming and Utah shortly to follow on March 3rd.
Episode 82: David Martel, Volatus Aerospace and Tim Martin, TRTC
Join us this week on the Dawn of Drones podcast, with special guests Tim Martin, Director of UAS Training at The Regional Training Center (RTC) and David Martel, Director of Public Safety for Volatus Aerospace, as we round out an incredible month dedicated to “Protectors & Defenders” sponsored by Draganfly.
2023 State Legislative Sessions - January Recap
As January ends, so does the first month of the 2023 legislative session, with all states except four currently meeting in their regular sessions. It’s already clear that advanced air mobility (AAM) and uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) will be a hot topic facing legislatures across the country this year.
States in Session: Drone Legislation We’re Tracking
This month, state legislatures came into session for 2023. All 50 states will be meeting in unrestricted sessions this year.
States have the ability to push forward the industry through UAS and AAM friendly policy. When states support and collaborate with the emerging uncrewed systems industry, it provides immense public benefit for all.
AeroX kicks off statewide advanced air mobility weather study in North Carolina
TruWeather Solutions software simulates and display winds, allowing analysis to identify optimal locations for weather sensors that will support drone operations. Orange areas depict high wind speeds that would not be forecasted by existing weather reporting methods without additional sensing instruments.