Drone policy, incidents, and industry news across the United States — from statehouses to the national airspace.
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…
Ohio’s Rich Aviation Legacy Takes a New Flight In Ohio, a state celebrated for its aviation heritage from the Wright brothers to John Glenn, a new chapter in aerial innovation is unfolding through an exciting drone program in Trumbull County. This initiative, funded by a significant federal grant, is set to educate and inspire the…
Enhancing Research Capabilities with Advanced Drone Technology Wingtra, a prominent player in the drone industry, has recently announced a strategic partnership with Colorado State University’s Drone Center. This collaboration aims to support and enhance the work of researchers in various fields, from infrastructure maintenance to air quality studies. Drones have already proven their worth in…
Cutting-Edge Technology for Public Safety The Webster Fire District 7 Station 5 recently hosted a demonstration event that showcased the advanced capabilities of the Skydio X10 drone. The event, held on January 12, was attended by representatives from various public safety agencies, including Wildlife and Fisheries, Homeland Security, multiple sheriff’s departments, and the Webster Parish…
Three individuals were arrested in Jefferson County on Dec. 29 for attempting to use a drone to transport contraband into Washington State Prison.
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