What Happened
Federal Departments Collaborate to Enhance Airspace Security
Five US federal departments have signed a memorandum of understanding to expedite the evaluation and deployment of counter-drone systems. Led by the White House Task Force to Restore American Airspace Sovereignty, the agreement designates the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as the safety reviewer for proposed systems. The FAA can clear familiar systems in as little as 24 hours, but retains the power to restrict airspace for safety reasons. This development was reported by SOFX.