Drone as First Responder
Hempstead Police Launches First Drone as First Responder Program in New York State
Hempstead Village Police Department has become the first municipality in New York State to introduce a Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, partnering with Flock Safety to enhance emergency response capabilities within the community. The new program, announced today at…
State DOTs Expand Drone Programs, Transforming Infrastructure Management
Alabama’s Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has launched a formal drone program that signals the growing maturation of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) deployment across state transportation agencies. The initiative, which places dedicated personnel in charge of drone operations, represents a shift…
NYPD Drone Program Lacks Transparency, Oversight Report Reveals
A newly released investigation by New York City’s Department of Investigation (DOI) has uncovered significant transparency and oversight issues in the New York Police Department’s expanding drone program. The December 18 report found that the NYPD’s drone operations policies fail…
Tulsa Fire Department Makes History with Largest-Ever Drone Response to Chemical Fire
The Tulsa Fire Department (TFD) deployed its most extensive drone operation to date, utilizing seven simultaneous drones to combat a dangerous petroleum tank farm fire at AXEL Royal facility in West Tulsa. This groundbreaking emergency response showcased the department’s advanced…
NYPD Revolutionizes Emergency Response with Citywide Drone First Responder Program
In a groundbreaking move that signals a new era in urban law enforcement, the New York Police Department has launched its “Drone as First Responder” (DFR) program, deploying autonomous aerial vehicles across three boroughs. The initiative, unveiled by Mayor Eric…
Police Drone Captures Stabbing, Leads to Historic Conviction in Maryland
A groundbreaking case in Maryland has demonstrated the powerful impact of drone technology in law enforcement, as drone footage helped secure a conviction in a violent assault case. First reported by Montgomery County officials, this marks the first time drone…
Montgomery County Expands Innovative Drone as First Responder Program
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is set to brief officials on their expanding Drone as First Responder Program, which has grown from a pilot project to include multiple operational sites across the county, according to a recent Montgomery County…
NYPD Expands Drone Program: Police Cars to Carry Emergency Response Drones
The New York Police Department is advancing its Drone as First Responder program into its third phase, announcing plans to equip police vehicles with drones for rapid emergency response. This expansion marks a significant evolution in how the NYPD deploys…
BRINC Launches Mobile Drone as First Responder Program Across Multiple States
BRINC Drones has unveiled its innovative mobile Drone as First Responder (DFR) system, taking their emergency response capabilities on the road across multiple states. The company has outfitted a specialized vehicle to demonstrate their robotic charging nest technology, bringing drone-enabled…
SFPD Drones Beat Police to Crime Scenes, Raising Both Praise and Privacy Concerns
The San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) is showcasing impressive results from their drone program, with aerial units often arriving at crime scenes before ground officers, according to a recent report by CBS News. Lightning-Fast Drone Response Leads to Arrests In…
Drone Ban Update NDAA Bill, Mavic 4 Leak, New Dock Release, & Drone Finds Missing Man
Welcome to your Weekly UAS News Update. We have three stories for you this week: an update on the NDAA bill, drone leaks and releases, and a drone story for good. Let’s get to it! NDAA Bill Update: Good News…
Drone Flies Above Blue Angels, FAA FRIA Map, and a Burglary Suspect Caught by a Drone
We have three stories for you this week: a drone pilot that flies above the Blue Angels (not good), the FAA finally gets a FRIA map, and lastly, a burglary suspect that was caught in the act by a police…