First responders warn that proposed country-of-origin drone ban could hinder life-saving operations and increase costs for Texas agencies. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill More than a dozen witnesses representing police, fire and emergency response agencies, spoke out recently against a bill pending in the Texas state legislature that could ban the purchase by … [Read more...] about Texas considers ban on Chinese drones for state agencies
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BRINC Raises $75 Million to Expand Emergency Drone Production
Strategic alliance with Motorola Solutions aims to speed adoption of 911 response drones across public safety agencies BRINC, a U.S.-based drone manufacturer focused on emergency response, has announced $75 million in new funding. The investment will help BRINC grow its team, increase drone production, and develop new technologies. The round was led by Index Ventures, which … [Read more...] about BRINC Raises $75 Million to Expand Emergency Drone Production
Proposed Senate Bill 670 in North Carolina has Implications for Public Safety Drone Programs
The North Carolina Senate recently introduced Senate Bill 670, a piece of legislation that could significantly impact the use of drones by public safety agencies across the state. The bill prohibits state and local government entities from purchasing or acquiring small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) manufactured or assembled by "covered foreign entities," primarily targeting … [Read more...] about Proposed Senate Bill 670 in North Carolina has Implications for Public Safety Drone Programs
Palm Springs Police Department Expands Drone Program with Radar Technology
The Palm Springs Police Department (PSPD) has taken a significant step forward in public safety innovation by expanding its Drone as First Responder (DFR) program. This enhancement establishes the largest radar-enabled municipal drone coverage area in the United States, spanning 37 square miles and eliminating the need for human visual observers during … [Read more...] about Palm Springs Police Department Expands Drone Program with Radar Technology
Major Breakthrough in Drone as First Responder (DFR) Waivers
New Certificate of Waiver (COW) Process Streamlines Approvals for Public Safety Agencies A Significant Shift in Regulatory Framework The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has introduced a groundbreaking update to the regulatory process for Drone as First Responder (DFR) operations. Chief (Ret.) Charles Werner of DRONERESPONDERS has described these changes as the most … [Read more...] about Major Breakthrough in Drone as First Responder (DFR) Waivers
