The Orange County Sheriff’s Office – Orlando (OCSO) has officially introduced Knightro, its new Skydio X10 drone, named after the University of Central Florida’s iconic mascot of the UCF Knights!
“These shots capture Knightro in action as we research Drones as First Responders (DFR) — a game-changing technology enhancing public safety. From catching bad guys to providing real-time situational awareness, drones are making a real impact in Central Florida,” said Deputy First Class Michael Kleinfelt, UAS Coordinator for OCSO.
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PUBLIC SAFETY DRONES AND DFR PROGRAMS
By raising altitude limits and adding radar, agencies can expand DFR coverage, improving safety and meeting FAA requirements
DFR is more than a police tool — it’s infrastructure that improves safety, efficiency and trust across city services
AI-powered drones could ease officer workloads, boost efficiency and enhance community safety
Inexpensive and easy to install, anti-collision lights dramatically improve drone visibility and help prevent midair collisions with manned aircraft
Investigators can uncover flight logs, metadata and operator profiles to stop smugglers, spies and terrorists in their tracks
Embedding drone capability within SWAT teams improves real-time decision-making, reduces delays and enhances mission safety during high-risk operations
