Trump’s new drone orders aim to counter threats while encouraging flying cars and supersonic flights
June 6, 2025
President Donald Trump has signed three executive orders dealing with drone regulations and encouraging the development of flying cars and supersonic flights. The orders will help clear the way for companies to use drones beyond operators’ line of sight, while also imposing restrictions to help protect against terrorism, espionage and public safety threats. Drones are used in a variety of ways, including rescue operations, power line inspections and even package delivery. But the war in Ukraine highlighted some of the potential threats from drones that concern officials as the World Cup and Olympics approach in the U.S. White House officials said regulations have slowed the development of supersonic flights and flying cars.
