Airport Counter Drone Exchange

DJI has removed its automatic no-fly restrictions in the U.S., replacing them with warning alerts that leave legal responsibility entirely with the drone operator. While drones may now take off in previously blocked areas, FAA authorization is still mandatory in controlled airspace, and enforcement against unauthorized flights, particularly around airports and critical infrastructure, continues to increase. This change follows a similar shift the company made in Europe last y

A new half-billion-dollar federal grant program is now available to help state and local governments across the United States detect and respond to unauthorized drone activity. Established under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025, the Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Grant Program is designed to strengthen the capabilities of communities and law enforcement agencies to identify, track, and monitor drones that pose a risk to public safety. How the funding is struc

What We Know A United Airlines flight reportedly struck a drone while approaching San Diego International Airport on April 29, 2026, sparking renewed concerns over drone safety near commercial airports across the United States. What Happened? United Airlines Flight 1980, a Boeing 737 traveling from San Francisco to San Diego, was on its final descent when the pilot reported hitting a small object at approximately 3,000 to 4,000 feet in altitude. The aircraft was carrying 48 p

Hosted by UrbanV and Aeroporti di Roma (AdR) , the Airport AAM Masterclass successfully concluded at Rome Fiumicino Airport’s...