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FAA Panel at National Public Safety UAS Conference Highlights New Waivers and Process Improvements

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At the National Public Safety UAS Conference, hosted by DRONERESPONDERS, a panel of FAA officials provided critical updates on new waivers, regulatory processes, and efforts to improve access to airspace for public safety drone operations. The session, moderated by industry expert Michelle Duquette, a veteran of MITRE Corp’s UAS program, featured insights from Tim Arel, […]

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Missouri Bill Seeks to Limit Government Use of Chinese-Made Drones, Faces Resistance from Law Enforcement

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Comprehensive Bill Could Limit Drone Use by Government Agencies Missouri lawmakers are currently considering House Bill 210 (HB 210), the “Unmanned Aerial Systems Security Act of 2025,” which aims to regulate and restrict the use of drones by government agencies within the state, particularly those manufactured in countries of concern like China. The proposed legislation […]

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Ondas Holdings and Volatus Aerospace Forge Strategic Partnership to Enhance Border Surveillance

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Collaboration leverages American Robotics’ Optimus System for persistent aerial security and intelligence. Ondas Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ONDS) and Volatus Aerospace Inc. (TSXV: FLT) have announced a strategic partnership to provide a comprehensive border security solution. Ondas’ subsidiary, American Robotics, will lead the marketing and support of the Optimus System. This fully autonomous drone platform provides […]

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Congress Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Drone Funding for Law Enforcement

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The DRONE Act of 2025 Seeks to Enhance Public Safety with Federal Support Representatives Lou Correa (D-CA) and Troy Nehls (R-TX) have introduced the bipartisan Directing Resources for Officers Navigating Emergencies (DRONE) Act of 2025. This bill would allow law enforcement agencies to use federal grants to purchase and operate drones, expanding access to technology […]

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NASA Advances Drone Technology for 24/7 Wildfire Response

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Testing Portable Airspace Management Systems for Safer, More Effective Aerial Firefighting NASA is working with the wildfire response community to develop new technologies that will enhance aerial firefighting operations, particularly at night. These advancements could enable drones, both remotely piloted and autonomous, to assist in wildfire suppression around the clock, even in low-visibility conditions. Enhancing […]

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Redmond, WA Police Take Innovation to New Heights with Drone First Responder Program

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City embraces innovation in launching DFR program By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Armed with recent approval to conduct drone missions beyond the visual line of sight, the Redmond, Washington Police Department is working to launch its drones as first responders (DFR) program to new heights to protect public safety. Last November, the FAA granted […]

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Drone Technology Supports Wildfire Prevention and Response

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Drone America and UAS Center at SBD Collaborate on Advanced Safety Tools Drone America has announced a partnership with the UAS Center at SBD, focusing on wildfire prevention and mitigation. The collaboration combines advanced drone technology with regional expertise to create innovative tools that enhance community safety and emergency response. “By combining Drone America’s expertise […]

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SkySwap Program: A New Path for Public Safety Drone Compliance

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Axon Introduces Drone Swap Program to Help Agencies Transition to Secure, American-Made Drone Technology Public safety agencies in the U.S. increasingly rely on drones to enhance situational awareness, support search-and-rescue missions, and improve operational efficiency. However, evolving regulations and national security concerns are posing challenges for agencies that depend on drones, particularly those manufactured overseas. […]

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Flying Lion Achieves Milestone: Over 50,000 Drone as First Responder Flights Completed

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Expanding Drone Technology Enhances Safety for Communities and First Responders All images credit Flying Lion, used with permission. Flying Lion, Inc., a leading drone service provider, has announced a major achievement in Drone as First Responder (DFR) operations. By the end of 2024, the company successfully completed 55,773 DFR flights, with more than 35,000 conducted […]

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Flock Safety Acquires Uniform Sierra Aerospace: Enhancing Drone Technology for Public Safety

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Expanding Public Safety Capabilities with Drones Flock Safety, a company known for its suite of public safety solutions, has acquired Uniform Sierra Aerospace. Uniform Sierra Aerospace, a U.S.-based provider of small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) for public safety, brings its expertise in American-made, National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)-compliant drones to Flock’s growing portfolio. This acquisition […]

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