Tag Archives: Safety
Drones + Weapons? FAA Says That’s a No-No
Before you attach a flamethrower or other weapon to a drone, the Federal Aviation Administration is reminding pilots that would be a big mistake. Flying a drone with a weapon on the device is a crime that carries a $25,000 … Continue reading
FAA approves Kansas for first unique drone flight
The Kansas Department of Transportation received the green light from the Federal Aviation Administration to conduct a unique drone flight. This flight will be performed beyond the visual line of sight, meaning it will fly past the operator’s ability to … Continue reading
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Janesville Police Dept. Uses UAV to Locate Suspect
On Sunday, officers from the Janesville Police Department in Wisconsin deployed an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to help locate a suspect. At about 9:30 p.m. on Aug. 11, officers were dispatched to a disorderly conduct complaint. During the course of … Continue reading
Police drone use expanding around Western Washington
Drones are becoming more common in Washington and among their fans are various law enforcement agencies. While some departments tout their benefits an are increasingly using them in the field, others are hesitant to use police drones. With more than … Continue reading
