AUVSI Hampton Roads

AUVSI Hampton Roads Our region includes the U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. Coast Guard, and NASA and 18 local municipalities that comprise Hampton Roads.

"AUVSI Hampton Roads promotes unmanned systems through an interactive environment with local businesses, educational institutions, and professional societies and by the use of innovative methods and ideas." Our organization was founded during the mid-1990's to serve the needs of emerging defense and industry technologists who were supporting unmanned systems development. Our growing base includes

members from academia, industry, and local governments. We reach from Northeast North Carolina, to the Eastern Shore of Virginia, to Richmond. If you are not already a member, I encourage you join us as we expand our unmanned systems-related activities in our region. We intend to leverage our existing capabilities to encourage unmanned systems industry growth along with promoting and growing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics robotics programs in our schools. I hope to see you soon!

🚀 Innovation with real impact — happening right here at NASA Langley in Hampton, VA.NASA Langley Research Center and the...
04/29/2026

🚀 Innovation with real impact — happening right here at NASA Langley in Hampton, VA.

NASA Langley Research Center and the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) are partnering to study how advanced aviation and drone technology could move donor organs faster, safer, and more reliably across the country.

This research has the potential to transform transplant logistics and save more lives.

Please read more here:
https://ow.ly/U5Ci50YR5Ap

Hampton Roads just took a major step toward shaping our energy future. The new Secure Energy Future Center has officiall...
04/23/2026

Hampton Roads just took a major step toward shaping our energy future. The new Secure Energy Future Center has officially opened at the Virginia Tech Research Park in Newport News — and it’s designed to boost energy literacy, support workforce training, and help our region tackle rising power demand.

Local leaders highlighted how Hampton Roads already excels in defense, energy, aerospace, and logistics, and this center brings those strengths together. It includes classrooms, meeting spaces, and an interactive energy exhibit, plus room to grow into a larger research hub.

The center will support:
⚡ Training programs and certificates through Virginia Tech
🧪 Space for energy companies to test and develop new ideas
🤝 Collaboration between industry, government, and researchers
🌱 Solutions for the state’s rapidly increasing energy needs

With demand skyrocketing — especially from data centers — this hub positions Hampton Roads as a leader in innovation, education, and real‑world energy solutions. A big win for our region.
Learn more here: https://ow.ly/3LET50YOyWo

🚀 Virginia Continues to Lead in Advanced Air MobilityThe FAA has selected Electra.aero, based in Manassas, as one of the...
03/19/2026

🚀 Virginia Continues to Lead in Advanced Air Mobility

The FAA has selected Electra.aero, based in Manassas, as one of the companies participating in the new Advanced Air Mobility & eVTOL Integration Pilot Program — a major national effort to test and validate next‑generation aircraft in real‑world environments.

Over the next three years, Electra will support four of the program’s eight projects, contributing to demonstrations across 26 states and helping shape the safety regulations that will guide the future of hybrid‑electric and ultra‑short takeoff aircraft. This includes work on regional air mobility, cargo logistics, emergency response, and autonomous operations.

Virginia continues to play a pivotal role in AAM innovation — from Electra’s EL9 development to the state’s Advanced Air Mobility Smart Airspace program, which is building the infrastructure needed for safe, scalable operations.

This is another strong step toward unlocking new transportation capabilities, strengthening the aerospace industrial base, and expanding economic opportunity across the Commonwealth.

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https://ow.ly/qzVn50Yw3UN

The FAA’s new eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP) is a major step toward bringing advanced air mobility into safe, re...
03/11/2026

The FAA’s new eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP) is a major step toward bringing advanced air mobility into safe, repeatable, real‑world operations. By focusing on data-driven testing and performance-based standards, this initiative strengthens regulatory confidence and accelerates the path to scalable AAM deployment.

With eight pilot projects across 26 states, industry, government, and community partners are advancing use cases ranging from emergency response to cargo and passenger operations. AUVSI will continue working closely with the FAA to support rulemaking that strengthens the U.S. aerospace industrial base and enables greater automation and autonomy.

Read more:
https://ow.ly/1btZ50YrUXO

🚀 Big News for Portsmouth, VA & Advanced ManufacturingRadian Forge is investing $10.5 million to expand its Portsmouth f...
03/02/2026

🚀 Big News for Portsmouth, VA & Advanced Manufacturing

Radian Forge is investing $10.5 million to expand its Portsmouth facility — a major boost for high‑tech manufacturing and the Navy’s industrial base. The project will create 53 new skilled jobs and strengthen the region’s role in producing critical metal components through large‑scale 3D‑printing technology.

This expansion highlights Portsmouth’s growing position as a hub for defense innovation, maritime manufacturing, and next‑generation production capabilities that directly support U.S. Navy readiness.

Read more here:
https://ow.ly/fbJh50Yn56u

The Navy is taking a major step forward in autonomous shipbuilding with the integration of AI‑driven welding and manufac...
02/25/2026

The Navy is taking a major step forward in autonomous shipbuilding with the integration of AI‑driven welding and manufacturing systems designed to accelerate production of future unmanned surface vessels.

HII — headquartered in Newport News, Virginia — has partnered with Path Robotics to bring adaptive, perception‑based welding technology into the shipyard. This shift has the potential to increase throughput, improve quality, and strengthen the maritime industrial base as demand for autonomous platforms grows.

For the unmanned systems community, this signals continued momentum toward scalable, reliable production of long‑endurance USVs capable of supporting surveillance, intelligence, and multi‑domain operations.

Read more: https://ow.ly/qNB150YlWfF

MEHAIR & Tidal Flight Sign LOI for Polaris at Singapore AirshowIndia is taking a major step toward sustainable seaplane ...
02/25/2026

MEHAIR & Tidal Flight Sign LOI for Polaris at Singapore Airshow

India is taking a major step toward sustainable seaplane operations. MEHAIR has signed a Letter of Intent with Tidal Flight for five firm + five optional Polaris hybrid‑electric seaplanes, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to cleaner regional air mobility and next‑generation water‑based aviation.

This partnership strengthens the momentum behind hybrid‑electric aircraft adoption and supports the growth of a modern, sustainable seaplane ecosystem.

Read more:
https://ow.ly/2lTW50Yl4PW

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