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El Paso Airport Tests Counter-Drone Technology During Amigo Airsho

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Pilot Program Showcases Innovation in Airspace Safety Amid Rising Drone Concerns El Paso International Airport recently partnered with D-Fend Solutions to enhance airspace safety during the Amigo Airsho. The airshow, held after a 12-year hiatus, attracted over 60,000 spectators and featured aerial performances and aircraft displays. The Airport implemented a counter-drone technology pilot program to […]

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Congressional Hearing Reveals Gaps in Counter-Drone Readiness Amid Concerns About N.Y./N.J. Drone Sightings

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 For clarity and depth, we’ve divided our coverage of the recent Congressional hearing on drone activity into two parts. This article, Part 1, focuses on federal officials’ testimony regarding unexplained drone incursions in New York and New Jersey and the broader challenges facing counter-drone operations. Part 2 will delve into insights from private-sector experts on […]

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D-Fend Solutions Secures $31 Million to Strengthen Counter-Drone Technology

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Funding to Support Expansion and Innovation in Addressing Rogue Drone Threats D-Fend Solutions has announced the successful initial closing of a $31 million investment round. The funding was led by Israel Growth Partners (IGP), with contributions from existing investor Vertex Ventures and new investor Vertex Growth. This financial backing will support the company in advancing […]

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Unidentified Drone Swarms Spotted Over U.S. Air Force Bases in the U.K.

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Incursions at RAF Lakenheath, Mildenhall, and Feltwell Prompt Investigation Unidentified drones were observed flying over three Royal Air Force (RAF) bases used by the United States Air Force (USAF) in eastern England. The sightings, which occurred between Wednesday and Saturday, have prompted investigations by U.S. and U.K. defense officials. The bases—Lakenheath, Mildenhall, and Feltwell—are vital […]

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“A Great, Looming Concern”: Law Enforcement Pushes for Local Counter-Drone Authority

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How drones used for criminal activity are driving bipartisan calls for expanded detection and mitigation powers. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Earlier this month, sheriff’s deputies in Marlboro County, S.C. arrested two men after recovering a large package of drugs and cellphones, which the men allegedly dropped from a drone flying above the Evans […]

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Will Congress Empower Local Police to Counter Unauthorized Drone Flights?

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Stakeholders expect Congress to pass legislation to allow local police to interdict drones By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The National Football League has reported that during the 2023 season it detected more than 2,800 improper drone flights at its stadiums in violation of FAA-imposed temporary flight restrictions. With the growing number of incidents involving […]

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The Security of the National Airspace and the Future of AAM Require Increased Airspace Awareness

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At DRONELIFE, we are proud of our partnership with DRONERESPONDERS, an international public safety drone community.  Here, we are please to present this guest post by Charles Werner, Director of DRONERESPONDERS, on the need to equip first responders with counter drone technology, training, and authority. DRONELIFE neither accepts nor makes payments for guest posts. Empowering Local Responders […]

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SkySafe and Fortem Technologies Partner to Enhance Drone Detection and Mitigation Capabilities

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New Integrated Solution Combines RF and Radar Technologies for Advanced Airspace Security SkySafe and Fortem Technologies have announced a partnership to deliver a fully integrated drone detection and mitigation solution, designed to combat the growing risk of unauthorized drone incursions. This solution combines SkySafe’s radio frequency (RF)-based detection technology with Fortem’s radar-based tracking and mitigation […]

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AUVSI New England Summit Panel Highlights DoD’s Role in Tackling Domestic UAS Threats

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The AUVSI New England UAS and AAM Summit in Cambridge, MA, themed “If We Build It, Will They Come?” brought industry and government leaders together to discuss the future of UAS and Advanced Air Mobility. Among the featured sessions, the Department of Defense (DoD) keynote on policy and authority implications in countering domestic UAS threats […]

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A Technological Leap in Soldier Protection: MyDefence Unveils AI-Powered Drone Detection Solution

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New AI-Driven “Spectrum Warrior” Enhances Drone Detection in High-Threat Zones As drones become more advanced and pose an increasing threat to military operations and critical infrastructure, the need for effective counter-drone systems has grown. In response, MyDefence has introduced its latest innovation, the AI-powered “Spectrum Warrior,” designed to improve soldier protection and strengthen defenses in […]

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