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Nokia and Swisscom Broadcast to Deploy 300 Drones in a Box Across Switzerland

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New Network to Enhance Safety and Efficiency for Public Safety and Industry Nokia has partnered with Swisscom Broadcast to deploy a nationwide Drones-as-a-Service (DaaS) network across Switzerland. This deployment will feature 300 Nokia Drone-in-a-Box units aimed at enhancing safety and operational efficiency for public safety and industrial use cases. Building on Success in Belgium This […]

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Magnolia’s Fire Department Leverages Drones to Tackle Natural Disasters and Rapid Growth

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Small Texas Town Puts its Drone Program to Work Combatting Natural Disasters By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Since the spring of 2023, when it first began operating a drone program, the fire department of the small city of Magnolia, Texas has put its UAV to work to deal with a number of floods and […]

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FAA Reauthorization, Tethered Drones and Public Safety: the Fotokite Whitepaper

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New Legislation Unlocks Operational Freedom for Public Safety Teams In February 2024, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act (FAA Reauthorization) was passed, calling for specific actions and timelines regarding drone regulation. Fotokite, an international provider of tethered drones for emergency response, has released a whitepaper highlighting how this new legislation impacts […]

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FAA Approves BVLOS Operations for Oswego City Police Department’s Drone as First Responder Program

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Enhanced Safety and Efficiency for Emergency Response uAvionix, a prominent provider of command, navigation, and surveillance technologies for drones, announced that the Oswego City Police Department’s Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations without the need for Visual Observers (VOs). […]

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Aerodome Secures $21.5M in Series A Funding for Drone-As-First-Responder Technology

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Investment led by CRV to accelerate development and deployment of advanced public safety solutions. Aerodome, a company specializing in Drone-As-First-Responder (DFR) technology, announced it has raised $21.5 million in Series A funding. The funding round, led by CRV with participation from Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Karman Ventures, Immad Akhund (CEO of Mercury), and Ford Street Ventures, […]

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Congressional Hearings Propel Drone Integration for Public Safety: Key Insights and Future Directions

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Shaping the Future: The Critical Role of Congressional Hearings in Advancing Drone Integration for Public Safety by DRONELIFE Contributing Editor Paul Rossi Stay tuned for the upcoming Weekly Wings Podcast, a discussion of trends and technology from the pilot’s point of view.  Hosted by Paul Rossi on DRONELIFE.com!  In today’s increasingly connected world, the integration […]

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BRINC and Skyfire Consulting Partner to Get More DFR Programs Off the Ground

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BRINC, Skyfire partnership aims to improve emergency response times and operational efficiency for law enforcement and emergency services. BRINC, a developer of public safety technology, has announced a new partnership with Skyfire Consulting, a firm specializing in drone solutions for security and public safety. The collaboration is set to refine and expand drone-as-first-responder (DFR) programs […]

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Rise DFR Village: A Pioneering Facility for Drone and Counter-Drone Operations Launches in Huntsville

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Launching the Future of Public Safety: The Rise DFR Village Test Site Initiative In a major step forward for drone technology integration into public safety, Skyfire Consulting has unveiled the Rise DFR Village. Situated in Huntsville, Alabama, this unique facility spans over 2000 acres and has been designated by the FAA as a test site. […]

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Don’t Miss Renowned Aviator Mark Bathrick on the Public Safety Drone Review, Tuesday April 2!

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Public Safety Drone Review Welcomes Mark Bathrick: A Deep Dive into Advancements in Drone Technology Don’t miss the discussion with former DOI Director Mark Bathrick.  Scheduled for Tuesday, April 2, at 3:00 PM EST, the upcoming episode will offer direct and practical insights into the current use of drone technology for public safety applications.  Register […]

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Fremont, CA, Pioneers Joint Drone First Responder Program for Fire and Police Departments

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Skyfire Spearheads Pioneering Joint Drone First Responder Program in Fremont, California In an innovative step towards enhancing public safety, Fremont, California, has become the first city in the United States to implement a Drone First Responder (DFR) program across both its Fire and Police Departments. Announced today, the joint DFR program was officially approved by […]

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