Entries by Miguel Vasquez

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 the city. When officers identified suspicious activity tied to an active fraud investigation, aerial support was rapidly deployed. […]

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 course, followed by three hours of dedicated 1:1 remote training with a Flying Lion instructor, including REMOTELY flying scenarios […]

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, maintaining operational integrity is essential to protecting commerce and public safety. ABL’s recent spotlight highlights how strategic partnerships are strengthening freight rail […]

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, we don’t just understand the landscape – we helped build it (Thank You – Chula Vista Police Department). We […]

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 Lion Don Redmond – Capt. (Ret.), Chula Vista Police Deptartment Lance Scott – Georgia State Patrol For over a century, […]

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 the interview, Steven highlighted several key themes that define Flying Lion’s approach: ✈️ Regulatory-First MindsetFlying Lion starts […]

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 step toward enhancing emergency response efficiency and officer safety. Aerial Innovation for Faster Response Operating from a strategically placed […]

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 and tools to save lives from the sky. With over 55,000 DFR missions completed—including 35,000 Beyond Visual Line […]