On June 6, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order aimed at restoring American sovereignty over its skies, marking a significant escalation in the federal government’s efforts to address the growing risks posed by unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).
The Executive Order outlines a comprehensive national response to the evolving drone threat landscape, with key directives that will impact public safety, critical infrastructure, and law enforcement capabilities across the country.
Key Actions from the Executive Order
- Creation of a Federal Task Force to review and propose solutions to address UAS threats.
- Expansion of restricted airspace over critical infrastructure and public facilities.
- Mandatory publication of airspace restrictions and Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) to support drone geofencing and navigation systems.
- Increased enforcement authority for civil and criminal penalties against drone operators who violate airspace laws.
- Authorization for Federal agencies to use detection and identification technologies to track drone activity and signals, with expanded grant opportunities for state and local agencies.
- Guidance for private sector critical infrastructure operators on employing drone detection systems.
- Designation of high-risk areas such as borders, large airports, federal facilities, and mass gathering sites as protected airspace.
- Establishment of a National Counter-UAS Training Center to support large-scale security efforts for events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Summer Olympics.
A Turning Point for Airspace Security
The Executive Order is a direct response to the increasing misuse of drones by criminal organizations, hostile foreign actors, and individuals seeking to disrupt public safety. Specific concerns highlighted in the announcement include:
- The use of drones for smuggling contraband across borders and into prisons.
- The threat of drone incursions at mass gatherings and large public events.
- Persistent drone activity near sensitive military and critical infrastructure sites.
At AirSight, we welcome this renewed federal focus on drone threats and airspace security. National policies like this Executive Order represent meaningful steps toward clarifying authorities, standardizing enforcement, and encouraging both public and private entities to adopt proactive drone detection measures.
Enforcement starts with detection.
Without real-time awareness of drone activity—especially non-compliant drones that do not broadcast Remote ID signals—organizations will struggle to act on the protections these new rules provide.
AirSight’s multi-sensor detection platforms are designed to bridge this gap, enabling security teams to detect, track, and assess drone activity as it happens. Whether securing critical infrastructure, correctional facilities, or high-profile public events, our systems empower operators to make fast, informed decisions that align with emerging airspace protections.
As the regulatory environment evolves, detection will remain the foundation of effective drone risk management. AirSight is ready to help organizations meet this moment with the right tools, right now.
