Drone policy, incidents, and industry news across the United States — from statehouses to the national airspace.
A Prolonged Rebuild and Technological Solutions Surfside Beach, a charming coastal town in South Carolina, faces a unique challenge. The beloved Surfside Pier, a victim of Hurricane Matthew’s wrath over seven years ago, is on the brink of reopening after enduring numerous setbacks. However, lingering concerns about minor structural issues have propelled the town council…
In the heart of Chicago, a disturbing trend threatens the well-being of local wildlife, particularly owls. A recent incident involving a drones...
A New Era in Drone Logistics DroneUp, a leader in autonomous drone delivery and logistics, has marked a significant milestone with the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) approval for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. This important development, announced from Virginia Beach, VA, on January 18, 2024, signals a transformative shift in the capabilities and…
A New Era in Law Enforcement The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) in Tennessee is exploring innovative methods to enhance its patrol functions through the use of drone technology. This move represents a significant shift towards modernizing law enforcement tactics in the county. Expanding Drone Technology Use Beyond Tactical Operations The SCSO has already integrated…
A Legal Tug-of-War Over Police Drone Footage In a significant development in the legal world, the city of Chula Vista has escalated a dispute over the release of police drone footage to the California Supreme Court. This move comes after a lower court’s decision that not all drone footage captured by the Chula Vista Police…
High-Tech Drone Smuggling Incident The Federal Correctional Institution in Ray Brook, NY has been under lockdown since January 2nd, following a sophisticated smuggling operation involving a drone. The drone dropped a package containing drugs, cell phones, and chisels inside the prison grounds, leading to a swift response from the authorities. Discovery and Lockdown A corrections…
Incident in a Quiet Town The peaceful routine of Applegate, Michigan was disrupted on Monday, Jan. 8, following reports of a gunshot. The incident led to a significant response, which included a surveillance drone from the Sanilac County Sheriff Department, culminating in the arrest of a 52-year-old man, report Sanilac County News. Rapid Response and…
A High-Tech Addition to Law Enforcement The Murrieta Police Department’s recent incorporation of drones into their law enforcement toolkit has proven to be highly effective. This was demonstrated on Sunday, January 14, when their six-month-old drone program played a crucial role in apprehending three suspects fleeing from a Caterpillar dealership in. California. The Eye in…
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