What do American drone companies think about the FCC ban? (It’s more complicated than you’d think)
While some politicians celebrate eliminating foreign competition and many drone operators worry about business closure, American drone manufacturers are navigating a more nuanced reality than either...
What the FCC’s UAS ban really means: join me on the Aviation Week podcast
If you’ve been following my coverage of the FCC’s sweeping UAS ban, you already know this policy could reshape the entire U.S. drone industry. But some stories are better unpacked in conversation...
Big Antigravity A1 drone updates: A 15% off sale, Amazon availability and a new flight simulator
Antigravity is rolling out three major updates for its A1 drone: a 15% discount running through February 9, full availability on Amazon, and a built-in flight simulator launching January 29. For...
2026 drone shows: a complete guide to how to watch a drone light show (many are free!)
Drone light shows have evolved from novelty entertainment to breathtaking aerial art installations that rival traditional fireworks. With these 2026 drone shows, hundreds of illuminated drones will...
Zipline’s Houston move signals drone delivery’s competitive phase
Just days after Wing and Walmart launched drone delivery in parts of Greater Houston, competitor Zipline announced plans to enter Houston as well — along with Phoenix. In addition to revealing its...
Airspace security: what drone pilots should expect from the Trump Administration’s shift
In late 2025, we got the Federal Communications Commission’s ban on future foreign-made drones. Earlier in 2025, President Trump issued executive orders on “Restoring American Airspace...
