New Executive Order Aims to Usher in New Generation of U.S. Aircraft Written 10 June 2025
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Joby S4 at Edwards Air Force Base. | Credit: Harlan Huntington, USAF; Wikipedia; Public Domain
Flying Magazine reports, “President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that aims to usher in a new generation of drones, self-flying planes, and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxis while shutting out “unfair foreign competition” from countries like China. The order, “Unleashing American Drone Dominance,” contains a package of measures designed to bolster the U.S. drone industry by lifting restrictions and streamlining manufacturing, testing, and access for American-built uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS).”
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