President Donald Trump is taking aim at drone technology from two directions — boost the U.S. industry and crack down on malicious activity.
Trump on Friday signed executive orders on efforts to spur U.S. production relevant to drone technology, increase U.S. drone security and regulation efforts, and an unleated one to promote design and eventual use of commercial supersonic aircraft.
“Unmanned aircraft systems, otherwise known as drones, offer the potential to enhance public safety as well as cement America’s leadership in global innovation,” an executive order titled Restoring American Airspace Sovereignty read. “But criminals, terrorists, and hostile foreign actors have intensified their weaponization of these technologies, creating new and serious threats to our homeland.
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