Drones
The Police1 Drones topic page contains news and resources to help you find the right equipment and applications for your police drone program. Research features, learn key considerations when developing drone policies and more.
DFR programs can improve response efficiency, address workforce limitations and contribute to de-escalation efforts, in addition to other benefits
This technology ushers in a new level of efficiency and safety in critical situations invaluable to cops on the ground
Field demonstration shows initial capabilities of end-to-end, dynamic network resource provisioning on a 5G network to enhance situational awareness for public safety personnel
“I’m going to be steadfast in making sure our policies provide the safeguards to protect your privacy as well as mine,” Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick said. “As well as every member of this police department”
The growth of the global public safety drone market is driven by rise in awareness of the capabilities and benefits of public safety drones, increase in need for streamlined operations, and government investments in R&D
Instead of arresting offenders, officers share the drone video with the teens’ parents and schools
The woman was waiting for a ride in the lobby of the Westborough Police Department when she intentionally set a clothing donation box on fire
This growth is primarily driven by innovations in jamming and electronic warfare technologies, signaling a significant shift in public safety and law enforcement tactics
CAPE drone software enables remote drone pilot flight control with geofencing, collision avoidance and other features
Making drone technology more accessible
Navigating the key factors for a successful public safety drone initiative
Bonded cellular technology enables resilient high-quality live mobile streaming
US drone manufacturer Skydio leveraged the Thermal by FLIR program to create a superior longwave infrared payload based on the Boson+ thermal camera module
At Axon, our mission to Protect Life continues outside of the workplace. When disaster strikes, Axon is proud to support first responders and communities in need
Remote pilots can initiate Skydio X10 drone flights ready for launch by local agencies or take control of missions in progress from anywhere via web browser
The playbook provides a roadmap for organizations eager to pioneer the use of drones as frontline responders
The $30,000 drone was being used in a burglary investigation at a neighboring business
The Lafayette PD uses technology like video game engines to train on consequence management, drones in the sky and a digital coaching platform
Sacramento PD deployed a drone to gain a better visual of the suspect who was standing in a corner; video shows him pointing a gun at the officers
The groundbreaking technologies paving the way for DFR
The process can be daunting, but expert guidance is close at hand
Practical uses for drones in law enforcement
The plan to pilot the unmanned aircrafts was in response to complaints about large gatherings, including private events
Why technology is the key to avoiding the next 9/11 and MCI preparedness
“Every child and every parent should feel an absolute peace of mind as they travel to and from school,” Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw said
What you may be overlooking when considering a Drone as First Responder program
By deploying drones in response to 911 calls, NYPD officers would be “well aware of what is in front of them by the time they arrive” at a scene, the mayor says
The department plans to use the drones to assist largely with search and rescue, especially with missing persons and children
Learn how drones and two-way communications devices are reinventing how law enforcement responds to incidents
Since staffing levels won’t dramatically rise in the near future, changes in both focus and technology to improve response times are required.
Deputies in Renville County quickly halted trains after the drone spotted the crash victim on the Twin Cities & Western Railroad tracks
In one of three cases, the suspect fled the scene and hid in thick brush and trees in the middle of the night
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