New Legislation Unlocks Operational Freedom for Public Safety Teams In February 2024, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act (FAA Reauthorization) was passed, calling for specific actions and timelines regarding drone regulation. Fotokite, an international provider of tethered drones for emergency response, has released a whitepaper highlighting how … [Read more...] about FAA Reauthorization, Tethered Drones and Public Safety: the Fotokite Whitepaper
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Proposed Chinese Drone Ban in California: A Conversation with State Senator Tom Umberg on SB 99
Senator Umberg Adjusts Proposed Bill in Response to Law Enforcement Concerns Over Operational Impact By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A California state lawmaker, who had introduced a bill to prevent local law enforcement agencies from purchasing Chinese-made drones, said he plans to ease the restrictions in the proposed legislation after getting pushback from police … [Read more...] about Proposed Chinese Drone Ban in California: A Conversation with State Senator Tom Umberg on SB 99
Real-Time 911 Call Streaming Enhances Officer Response with BRINC and HigherGround
Partnership enables call streaming to provide first responders with comprehensive information about emergencies before they arrive on scene BRINC, a US provider of drone technology for first responders, has partnered with HigherGround, a leading developer of mission-critical communications software. This collaboration aims to enhance emergency response effectiveness by … [Read more...] about Real-Time 911 Call Streaming Enhances Officer Response with BRINC and HigherGround
FAA Data Shows Law Enforcement Drone Programs Rely Upon Chinese Drones
FAA Data Highlights Predominance of Chinese-Made UAVs in Texas Law Enforcement Fleets *Editor's note: While the author examined data for the state of Texas, the data reflects trends found throughout the country. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill If the Countering CCP Drones Act, currently pending before the U.S. Senate, becomes federal law, it could result in … [Read more...] about FAA Data Shows Law Enforcement Drone Programs Rely Upon Chinese Drones
Axon and Skydio Launch Comprehensive Drone Solution for Public Safety
New Offering Enhances Drone as First Responder Capabilities for Emergency Response Axon, a global leader in public safety technology, and Skydio, a premier U.S. drone manufacturer, have announced a new end-to-end offering aimed at enhancing the use of drones in public safety. This comprehensive solution focuses on the Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, enabling public … [Read more...] about Axon and Skydio Launch Comprehensive Drone Solution for Public Safety
