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Aerodome and Flock Safety Partner to Expand Drone-As-First-Responder Technology

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New Integration Aims to Enhance Public Safety Response Capabilities Aerodome and Flock Safety have announced a strategic partnership to integrate Aerodome’s next-generation Drone-As-First-Responder (DFR) technology with Flock Safety’s crime-solving platform. This collaboration aims to enhance public safety by deploying drones to emergency situations and sensor alerts, thereby decreasing response times and improving the safety of […]

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Shield AI Gets US Coast Guard V-BAT Contract for Cutter-Based UAS Capability

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The United States Coast Guard awarded a contract on June 26, 2024, to Shield AI Inc. of San Diego for unmanned aircraft system (UAS) capability that can be deployed from Coast Guard cutters. The indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity firm fixed-price contract runs through 2029 and is structured as five one-year ordering periods. This contractor-owned, contractor-operated service will […]

Minnesota Police Drone Deployments Nearly Quadruple in Four Years, Proving Cost Effective

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State Report Reveals Dramatic Increase in Drone Flights Despite Modest Budget Growth By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The state of Minnesota reported that the number of times police agencies in the state deployed drones without a warrant nearly quadrupled over the past four years, from 1,171 such missions in 2020 to 4,326 flights in […]

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FAA Data Shows Law Enforcement Drone Programs Rely Upon Chinese Drones

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FAA Data Highlights Predominance of Chinese-Made UAVs in Texas Law Enforcement Fleets *Editor’s note: While the author examined data for the state of Texas, the data reflects trends found throughout the country. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill If the Countering CCP Drones Act, currently pending before the U.S. Senate, becomes federal law, it could […]

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Axon and Skydio Launch Comprehensive Drone Solution for Public Safety

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New Offering Enhances Drone as First Responder Capabilities for Emergency Response Axon, a global leader in public safety technology, and Skydio, a premier U.S. drone manufacturer, have announced a new end-to-end offering aimed at enhancing the use of drones in public safety. This comprehensive solution focuses on the Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, enabling […]

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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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DJI Unveils Zenmuse H30 Series: Versatile Aerial Payloads for Enhanced Visuals

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New Payloads Offer Advanced Features for Public Safety and Infrastructure Inspection DJI, a leading company in civil drones and creative camera technology, has launched the Zenmuse H30 Series. These new all-weather, multi-sensor aerial payloads are designed to enhance the capabilities of public safety responders and professionals in various industries, such as emergency rescue and energy […]

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