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The Brea Police Department Uses DFR to Monitor Suspects Prior to Arrest

In a recent demonstration of how technology continues to strengthen public safety operations, the Brea Police Department utilized its Drone as First Responder (DFR) program to assist in the capture of credit card fraud suspects operating within…
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Announcing Drone as First Responder (DFR) Remote Pilot Training

Flying Lion, Inc. is pleased to announce two upcoming Drone as First Responder (DFR) Remote Pilot Training sessions designed specifically for public safety agencies building or expanding DFR programs. This program consists of a one-day in-person…

Advancing Rail Security Along the Alameda Corridor

Security along critical freight corridors requires more than visibility — it requires coordination, technology, and disciplined execution. Along the Alameda Corridor, where cargo moves daily between major ports and the national rail network,…

Independent But Not Alone

  At Flying Lion, we operate on a simple principle: make Public Safety Operators safer and more cost-effective by unlocking the full potential of drone technology. With nearly 100,000 DFR missions, completed over the last decade,…

The IACP Session went great!

Success Stories and Tactics: How Crewed and Uncrewed Aircrafts Can Support Joint Operations Nice job speakers: Craig Benz - Lt and Chief Pilot, Minnesota State Patrol Barry Brennan - Police Reserve, Redondo Beach Police Dept./Flying…

Advancing UAS Operations: Steven Katz on the Beyond the Drone Podcast

Flying Lion Vice President Stephen Katz recently sat down with Desi Ekstein on the Beyond the Drone podcast to discuss the future of UAS operations, regulatory challenges, and how public-safety agencies can build safe, scalable drone programs. During…

Oceanside Police Department Introduces Drone as First-Responder Pilot Program

The Oceanside Police Department has officially launched a 13-month “Drone as First Responder” (DFR) pilot program, a development recently covered by CBS 8. The program, approved unanimously by the City Council in April, represents a significant…

Flying Lion’s Vice President Steven Katz Featured in AirBeat Publication

We are proud to announce that Steven Katz, Vice President of Flying Lion, has been featured in the latest issue of AirBeat publication. In his insightful article, Katz delves into the evolving role of drone technology in public safety and emergency…

Flying Lion Featured on FOX 11 “In Depth: Drones” Segment with Barry Brennan

On May 4, 2025, FOX 11 Los Angeles aired a compelling segment titled “In Depth: Drones,” hosted by veteran journalist Hal Eisner, highlighting the transformative role drones play in public safety and emergency response. The feature included…

Press Release: Flying Lion Unveils FLI Town, the Nation’s First Dedicated Drone as First Responder (DFR) Training Center

Flying Lion Unveils FLI Town, the Nation’s First Dedicated Drone as First Responder (DFR) Training Center FLI Town Provides a Safe, Remote Location for Uncrewed Aircraft Training, Testing & Collaboration   Redondo Beach,…

Drones Saving Lives: The Power of DFR

Drones are revolutionizing public safety, and Flying Lion, Inc. is proud to lead the charge. Founded by CEO Barry Brennan, Flying Lion specializes in Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs, providing public safety agencies with the expertise…

Flying Lion Announces over 50,000 Drone as First Responder (DFR) Flights Flown

Flying Lion Announces over 50,000 Drone as First Responder (DFR) Flights Flown First Drone Service Provider in World to Reach this Major DFR Milestone Redondo Beach, CA (January 7, 2025) – Drone service provider, Flying Lion, Inc., is proud…