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CDA Praises White House for Restoring American Leadership in Commercial Drones
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CDA Praises White House for Restoring American Leadership in Commercial Drones

Today’s Executive Orders promote innovation while enhancing security, leveling the competitive playing field for the domestic drone industry Continue Reading

Date posted06/6/2025


CDA Welcomes uAvionix to the Board of Directors
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CDA Welcomes uAvionix to the Board of Directors

NEWS RELEASE COMMERCIAL DRONE ALLIANCE June 4, 2025 Commercial Drone Alliance Welcomes uAvionix CEO Jon Damush to its Board of Directors WASHINGTON, D.C.– June 4, 2025– The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA), an independent non-profit organization led by key members of the... Continue Reading

Date posted06/4/2025


DoorDash Expands Drone Delivery Partnership with Wing in Charlotte
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DoorDash Expands Drone Delivery Partnership with Wing in Charlotte

Expansion brings drone delivery of sandwiches, drinks, bowls, and more to Charlotte residents for the first time Continue Reading

Date posted05/16/2025


Commercial Drone Alliance Applauds Advancement of Key UAS Rules to the White House for Review
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Commercial Drone Alliance Applauds Advancement of Key UAS Rules to the White House for Review

NEWS RELEASE May 14, 2025 Commercial Drone Alliance Applauds Advancement of Key UAS Rules to the White House for Review Progress on BVLOS and Critical Infrastructure Rulemaking Marks Step Toward Restoring U.S. Leadership in Commercial Drone Technology WASHINGTON, D.C.– May 14, 2025... Continue Reading

Date posted05/14/2025


DRONELIFE speaks with Liz Forro on the Commercial Drone Alliance’s 2025 policy goals
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DRONELIFE speaks with Liz Forro on the Commercial Drone Alliance’s 2025 policy goals

The year 2025 is ramping up to be a critical year for the commercial drone industry as the FAA considers moving forward on the long-awaited beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) rule as well as regulations regarding airspace prohibitions around sensitive sites. Liz Forro, who was recently named... Continue Reading

Date posted05/8/2025


CDA Welcomes DoorDash to the Board of Directors
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CDA Welcomes DoorDash to the Board of Directors

THE COMMERCIAL DRONE ALLIANCE WELCOMES DOORDASH TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jim O’Sullivan to lend expertise in CDA’s effort to restore American leadership in commercial drone technology WASHINGTON, D.C. April 10, 2025 / The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA), an independent 501(c)(6)... Continue Reading

Date posted04/10/2025


CDA Supports Nomination of Dr. Ethan Klein as US CTO
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CDA Supports Nomination of Dr. Ethan Klein as US CTO

In a letter to Senator Ted Cruz and Senator Maria Cantwell, the CDA strongly urged the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation to swiftly advance Dr. Ethan Klein's nomination as the United States Chief Technology Officer. As a policy advisor with the White House Office of Science and... Continue Reading

Date posted04/2/2025


CDA Letter to OMB on Expediting the BVLOS Rule
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CDA Letter to OMB on Expediting the BVLOS Rule

In a letter sent to the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, the CDA asked for swift action on deregulating commercial drone operations by expediting the BVLOS rule. "We urge the Trump Administration to expedite this industry-supported rulemaking as a deregulatory action that reduces... Continue Reading

Date posted03/3/2025


Strengthening Airport Defenses: The Growing Need for Better Counter-Drone Measures
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Strengthening Airport Defenses: The Growing Need for Better Counter-Drone Measures

CDA Calls for Expanded Pilot Program Continue Reading

Date posted02/19/2025


The Drone Industry Needs an Advocate at the Office of Science and Technology Policy
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The Drone Industry Needs an Advocate at the Office of Science and Technology Policy

CDA Advocates for Michael Kratsios as OSTP Director Continue Reading

Date posted02/19/2025


CDA Announces its 2025 Board Officers
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CDA Announces its 2025 Board Officers

Industry leaders elected to lead the CDA during a pivotal period for the commercial drone and advanced air mobility industries Continue Reading

Date posted01/21/2025


CDA Taps Liz Forro to Lead Strategic Advocacy and Policy Development
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CDA Taps Liz Forro to Lead Strategic Advocacy and Policy Development

WASHINGTON, D.C.– January 13, 2025 – The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA), an independent 501c6 non-profit organization led by key members of the commercial drone industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Liz Forro as the organization’s Policy Director. Liz will work... Continue Reading

Date posted01/13/2025