(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
drones as first responder
Tune in to the Public Safety Drone Review — Tuesday, October 7 at 3:00 PM EST
Don't miss a conversation with Gabe Graveline, EMS & Drone Specialist in Tulsa, OK. The Public Safety Drone Review is a free, monthly event co-sponsored by DRONELIFE and DRONERESPONDERS, bringing together public safety professionals, industry leaders, and innovators to discuss the latest in drone technology for emergency response. Join us on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at … [Read more...] about Tune in to the Public Safety Drone Review — Tuesday, October 7 at 3:00 PM EST
Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office to Launch Drones-as-First-Responder Program in The Woodlands
Texas county to initiate DFR program in Houston suburb By DRONELIFE Features Editor The Woodlands, Texas, a master-planned suburban development about 30 miles north of Houston, is joining the growing list of communities that are coming under the watchful eye of police agencies’ drones-as-first-responders programs. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s office, which patrols The … [Read more...] about Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office to Launch Drones-as-First-Responder Program in The Woodlands
FAA Updates and Open Questions: From the Floor of the National Public Safety UAS Conference
From the floor of the National Public Safety UAS Conference: a panel of FAA representative provide updates and insights for public safety and law enforcement drone community. Mike O'Shea, FAA Public Safety Liaison; Kerry Fleming, Manager of SOSC; and Aviation Safety Analyst John Meehan presented a major update to the B4UFly app, remote ID, and and fielded questions from the … [Read more...] about FAA Updates and Open Questions: From the Floor of the National Public Safety UAS Conference
Flying Lion on the Public Safety Drone Review, Tuesday February 6
Flying Lion on the Next Public Safety Drone Review! Tuesday, February 6 at 3:00 PM ET. The Public Safety Drone Review is a collaborative webcast, co-sponsored by DRONERESPONDERS and DRONELIFE. Register here for this free event, open to all. This month, hosts Timothy Martin and Miriam McNabb review the latest news stories about drones in public safety, first response, fire … [Read more...] about Flying Lion on the Public Safety Drone Review, Tuesday February 6
