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
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ASTM Standards Program Established for Public Safety UAV Training
The National Public Safety UAS Conference, sponsored by DRONERESPONDERS in Busch Gardens, Virginia, saw a significant announcement in the advancement of UAV training for public safety professionals. Chief Donald Shinnamon (Ret.), Vice President of Operations at the Unmanned Safety Institute (USI), and Chief Charles Werner (Ret.), Director of DRONERESPONDERS, introduced the … [Read more...] about ASTM Standards Program Established for Public Safety UAV Training
Join Us for the Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review: Exploring Drone Program Development and Risk Management
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, March 4, at 3:00 PM EST and join the next installment of the Public Safety Drone Review. This episode will focus on how drones are revolutionizing public safety operations and the best ways to manage the risks involved. We're excited to have Amy Wiegand, an expert in drone business development, and Katie Thielmeyer, UAS Program Manager for the … [Read more...] about Join Us for the Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review: Exploring Drone Program Development and Risk Management
Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review: The Year in Drones – Top Stories and Issues of 2024
Join us on Tuesday, December 3, at 3:00 PM EST for the latest episode of the Public Safety Drone Review. This special year-end episode will reflect on the top stories and key issues that shaped the public safety drone landscape in 2024. Hosted by Tim Martin, Miriam McNabb, and Charles Werner, this discussion will highlight the trends, challenges, and milestones that defined the … [Read more...] about Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review: The Year in Drones – Top Stories and Issues of 2024
Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review Tackles Counter UAS and Law Enforcement’s Response to Rogue Drones, Featuring DJ Smith
Join us on Tuesday, November 5, at 3:00 PM EST for the latest episode of the Public Safety Drone Review. This month’s discussion will explore the challenges law enforcement faces when communities report unauthorized drones or drone-related crimes. The event will feature DJ Smith, a covert surveillance and counter UAS expert, who currently serves as Senior Technical Surveillance … [Read more...] about Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review Tackles Counter UAS and Law Enforcement’s Response to Rogue Drones, Featuring DJ Smith
