The world's leading aeronautical university, Embry-Riddle, has announced a partnership with the Daytona Beach Police Department (DBPD) to launch an aviation program. The new aviation program will include a 5-officer unit and two drones, and is scheduled to launch at the end of this year. “Anything we can get to protect our citizens and our visitors, to keep them safe, … [Read more...] about Embry-Riddle Helps Bring Drones to Daytona Beach Police
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British Constables Launch Drone Trial Program
A local British police force will take to the skies to find missing people, investigate crimes and save lives via drone technology. The Norfolk Constabulary announced a three-month UAV trial program this week. The agency will deploy four drone teams and officials hope to extend the program well into the future. The agency purchased a DJI Inspire and a DJI Mavic, Norfolk … [Read more...] about British Constables Launch Drone Trial Program
Report: Government Drone Spending to Double by 2025
American government spending on drones is expected to more than double in eight years, according to an American market research firm. A report released by Ohio-based Freedonia Group predicts spending will leap from $100 million to $250 million by 2025 with federal spending alone accounting for $170 million in new UAV tech purchases. “The state and local government market … [Read more...] about Report: Government Drone Spending to Double by 2025
Security Firm Predicts Autonomous Drones Will Take Off
Police drones are fast becoming a cornerstone technology for law-enforcement agencies across the globe – so, what’s the next step? According to one South African UAV company – autonomous (virtually self-flying/piloting) models represent the evolution in public-safety drone systems. Airborne Drones predicts that staffing costs may soon lead agencies to invest in drones … [Read more...] about Security Firm Predicts Autonomous Drones Will Take Off
3 Things Every Fire and Police Department Should Know Before Investing in a Drone
Public safety organizations across the country are investing in drone technology to serve their communities. But as town governments add drones to the budget line, it's often left to the department to figure out how to purchase a drone and implement a program. Here are 3 things every fire and police department should know before making an investment in drone equipment. #1. … [Read more...] about 3 Things Every Fire and Police Department Should Know Before Investing in a Drone
