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
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Campbell Police Department Secures 24/7 Waiver for Drone as First Responder Program
FAA approval allows day and night BVLOS drone operations without a visual observer The Campbell Police Department in California has taken a major step forward in enhancing public safety through its Drone as First Responder (DFR) program. The department recently received a groundbreaking waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), allowing beyond visual line of sight … [Read more...] about Campbell Police Department Secures 24/7 Waiver for Drone as First Responder Program
Flock Safety Expands Capabilities with Acquisition of Aerodome
New drone technology enhances public safety by improving response times and situational awareness for law enforcement. Flock Safety, a well-known name in public safety technology, has announced the acquisition of Aerodome, a company specializing in Drone as First Responder (DFR) technology. This acquisition represents a major step forward for Flock Safety’s efforts to provide … [Read more...] about Flock Safety Expands Capabilities with Acquisition of Aerodome
How Nebraska Deputies Ended a High-Speed Chase Using Teledyne FLIR SIRAS
An Inside Look at How Drones Assist Law Enforcement in High-Stakes Operations In 2023, Nebraska law enforcement faced a high-stakes situation during a pursuit of a fugitive wanted in Colorado. After his vehicle was disabled by a spike strip, the suspect fled into a field of thick tumbleweeds, making it difficult for deputies to locate him in the dark. The suspect, armed and … [Read more...] about How Nebraska Deputies Ended a High-Speed Chase Using Teledyne FLIR SIRAS
Lawmakers Urge Fairfax County to End Use of DJI Drones Due to National Security Concerns
Officials cite security risks and ties to Chinese Communist Party, while DJI defends its data security practices On September 27, 2024, Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party urged Fairfax County to stop using DJI drones. In … [Read more...] about Lawmakers Urge Fairfax County to End Use of DJI Drones Due to National Security Concerns
