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Education

The Wisdom of Knowing When Not to Fly your Drone: Sometimes the Best Shot Is No Shot at All

Today I wanted to talk about a very important spider-sense that some of us develop with time, others with accidents, and others with age: drones

Rafael SuárezMay 16

Education

The Zen of Drone Flying: Learning Patience Through Technology

Hello fellow drone pilots! How are you today? How was? I check the mail at 7 am. From 5 to 7 it's writing time. This is my little communion with yo

Rafael SuárezMay 15

Police

Kalamazoo Police Use Drone to Arrest Juvenile in Vehicle Break-In Spree

On May 7, 2025, Kalamazoo police deployed a drone to apprehend a juvenile suspect linked to over 30 vehicle break-ins near Western Michigan University, showcasing the growing role of drone technology in law enforcement. The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS) reported the arrest after officers responded to suspicious activity, highlighting how drones enhance police…

Haye KestelooMay 9

Skydio

Skydio’s Drone as First Responder Center Revolutionizes Public Safety Training in Atlanta

In a groundbreaking move for public safety, Skydio has partnered with the Atlanta Police Foundation to launch America’s first Drone as First Responder (DFR) Center of Excellence at the newly opened Atlanta Public Safety Training Center (PSTC). Announced on Skydio’s blog, this state-of-the-art facility equips first responders—police, fire, EMS, and E-911—with cutting-edge drone technology to…

Haye KestelooMay 1

Police

FDNY’s Drone and Robotics Training Revolutionizes First Responder Safety on Long Island

When a parking garage collapsed in lower Manhattan two years ago, an FDNY robotic dog equipped with cameras bravely navigated the unstable rubble, sparing firefighters from a deadly risk. This life-saving technology is now at the heart of a groundbreaking three-day training program by the FDNY and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST),…

Haye KestelooApr 30

Police

Drone News: TX & OH Bills Against Drones, FL Bill, OR Bill Helps DFR

This week, we have four stories to share, making this update slightly longer than usual due to significant developments in the drone industry. Texas House Bill 41: Controversial Drone Ban Texas House Bill 41 aims to ban certain drones, primarily those manufactured in China, citing risks from foreign technology. However, the bill faces significant opposition,…

Greg ReverdiauApr 25

DJI

Aspen Police Drone Program Enhances Public Safety with Advanced UAV Technology

Five months into its pioneering drone program, the Aspen Police Department is leveraging cutting-edge unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to bolster public safety, manage crowds, and conduct search-and-rescue operations, according to the Aspen Times. This initiative aligns with a growing trend among U.S. police departments adopting drone technology for enhanced operational efficiency. Program Overview

Haye KestelooApr 23

DJI

SkyeBrowse and Paladin Unveil Real-Time 3D Modeling for Drone First Responder Programs

Today, SkyeBrowse and Paladin announced a pioneering partnership to integrate real-time 3D modeling into Drone as First Responder (DFR) workflows, a first for public safety applications, according to their joint press release. By combining SkyeBrowse’s videogrammetry technology with Paladin’s autonomous drone platform, this collaboration eliminates manual data transfer delays, delivering high-fide

Haye KestelooApr 22

Police

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