By Dronelife Features Editor Jim Magill The Kansas City, Missouri Police Department has continued to expand its current drones as first responders (DFR) program, despite concerns that its use of drones and equipment made by Chinese company DJI could raise security issues. In January Chief Stacey Graves Police created a specialized DFR unit, with four officers who are … [Read more...] about Kansas City Police Move Forward With DJI For DFR Program Expansion
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New York Preps Counter-UAS for FIFA
(Editor’s note: This story is part of a series of reports on efforts to establish new counter-UAS protocols in the U.S. to protect high-profile sporting events and critical infrastructure from the potential threats posed by drones flown by careless or hostile actors.) New York state will have the necessary counter-UAS equipment and trained personnel to operate it, in time … [Read more...] about New York Preps Counter-UAS for FIFA
Dallas Police Launch Drone First Responder Program
By Dronelife Features Editor Jim Magill While initiating a drones as first responders’ program, the Dallas Police Department is seeking to connect its UAV data operations with its existing comprehensive data-collection and storage system. In December, the Dallas City Council approved a $120 million security package upgrade for the department. Working with security … [Read more...] about Dallas Police Launch Drone First Responder Program
Vector and Nammo Partner on Kinetically-Integrated UAS Platforms
Vector, a Bluffdale, Utah-based defense-as-a-service company, has announced an agreement with Nammo Defense Systems Inc. to integrate and supply munitions for Vector's kinetically-integrated UAS platforms. The partnership targets small unmanned aerial systems built for active battlefield requirements. American-Made Platforms, Allied Munitions Vector develops small-UAS … [Read more...] about Vector and Nammo Partner on Kinetically-Integrated UAS Platforms
Flying Lion Launches 2026 DFR Remote Pilot Training Courses
POST-Certified Program Expands Regional Access for Public Safety Agencies Flying Lion, Inc. has announced the launch of its 2026 Drone as First Responder training schedule. The company will offer two in-person sessions of its DFR Remote Pilot Tactics, Techniques and Procedures Course. The course provides POST-certified training focused on Drone as First Responder … [Read more...] about Flying Lion Launches 2026 DFR Remote Pilot Training Courses
