Federal officials warn that careless drone operators can face fines, charges, and confiscated aircraft More than 50 drones have been seized near FIFA World Cup events in the United States since the tournament began, according to federal officials. The reports suggest that the largest current drone problem around World Cup venues is not sophisticated attacks. So far, it appears … [Read more...] about More Than 50 Drones Seized Near World Cup Events
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Seattle Stadium “No-Drone Zone” During FIFA Matches
By Dronelife Features Editor Jim Magill Federal officials on Monday urged drone operators to stay away from Lumen Field, which will be temporarily named Seattle Stadium, as it serves as the site of six FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, over the next several weeks. "We're putting the word out there to recreational drone users that using drones around the stadium is not going to be … [Read more...] about Seattle Stadium “No-Drone Zone” During FIFA Matches
DRONELIFE Exclusive Interview: Andrew Giuliani on the Race to Secure the 2026 World Cup
Giulliani lauds ‘Herculean’ effort to build counter-UAS systems By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill (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 … [Read more...] about DRONELIFE Exclusive Interview: Andrew Giuliani on the Race to Secure the 2026 World Cup
FBI, DHS Take On the Challenge of Building Counter-UAS System
(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.) Following a year of legislative, legal and physical preparation, federal security officials, supported by … [Read more...] about FBI, DHS Take On the Challenge of Building Counter-UAS System
FBI, Atlanta PD Stress Need for ‘No-Drone Zone’ Compliance
By Dronelife Features Editor Jim Magill (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.) Federal, state and local officials are closely coordinating their … [Read more...] about FBI, Atlanta PD Stress Need for ‘No-Drone Zone’ Compliance
