A new robotics unit will oversee operations of Austin PD drones. By Jim Magill The police department in the city of Austin, Texas plans to create a new Robotics Unit to oversee the operations of its drone fleet. Within the next several months, the Austin Police Department is expected to request that the City Council approve funding for the creation of the unit, Assistant … [Read more...] about Austin PD Drones: Department to Launch Robotics Unit
Fire and Police
Original Skydio Video Series Tells the Stories of First Responders in Critical Missions
If you've ever wondered exactly how drones get used during a public safety mission, the new Skydio video series is worth watching. In Episode 1, The Fire, a 3-minute video explains exactly how and in what situations a Skydio drone is deployed by first responders: showing the outputs, explaining the sensors used, and describing the use by various stakeholders. Through the … [Read more...] about Original Skydio Video Series Tells the Stories of First Responders in Critical Missions
Drones for 9-1-1- Response: Paladin Autonomous Drones can be on the Scene in Seconds
Paladin Autonomous Drones for 9-1-1 Response By Jim Magill Every second counts whenever a police department or a fire station receives a 9-1-1 call. Yet, first responders often waste precious time discerning the extent and even the exact location of an emergency situation before having to send resources out to deal with that situation. Paladin Drones, a small, … [Read more...] about Drones for 9-1-1- Response: Paladin Autonomous Drones can be on the Scene in Seconds
Drone Training for First Responders: Aquiline Drones “Flight to the Future” Program
Drone Training for First Responders: Aquiline Drones offers free "Flight to the Future" training. By Jim Magill As the nation approaches the 20th anniversary of September 11, 2001, in commemoration of the sacrifices made by first responders on that day, Connecticut-based Aquiline Drones is offering its Flight to the Future drone training program free to all interested … [Read more...] about Drone Training for First Responders: Aquiline Drones “Flight to the Future” Program
The SWAT Team Drones Saving Lives: BRINC Lemur, from the Floor at AUVSI Xponential
One of the best parts of going to a large drone show like AUVSI Xponential is having the opportunity to look at the amazing technology on the exhibit floor - like the SWAT team drones produced by Las Vegas-based BRINC drones. (Product Review and Commentary. Not sponsored content, opinions are the author's.) BRINC Drones VP of Sales and Marketing Brett Kanda took the time … [Read more...] about The SWAT Team Drones Saving Lives: BRINC Lemur, from the Floor at AUVSI Xponential
