Montgomery County Launches Enhanced Drone Program to Boost Emergency Response

Montgomery County is expanding its “Drone as First Responder” program, which is designed to improve emergency response efficiency. This initiative, funded with a $350,000 budget, will deploy drones to critical areas in downtown Silver Spring and Wheaton. These drones will be used to assess emergency situations before ground officers arrive, potentially reducing response times and improving safety. 

“Now nine months old, the program has become a national leader among some 50 programs using drones as “first responders” that are either in development or operating in the United States, according to the officials.“ – Dan Morse

https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/07/21/drone-first-responder-program-expansion-montgomery-county/

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Brookhaven Police Department Selects Flying Lion

This evening Flying Lion was selected by Brookhaven Police Department in Georgia to serve as their rooftop RPICs.

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Yonkers PD to use drones as first responders (DFR) in new pilot program

Yonkers will pilot a new program this summer called “Drone as a First Responder” which would allow for an emergency police response to priority calls in a matter of seconds.
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On Tuesday, police tested their equipment in conjunction with Flying Lion, a drone service for public safety, to perfect the drone and its systems before police begin a 60-day trial period.
Officials say the drone can completely change the concept of policing.
“A suspect that’s fleeing the scene of the crime before officers are able to get there by car or by foot, obviously the drone in the air will be able to give officers an indication of where that suspect went and be able to follow them discreetly, and apprehend him safely,” said Yonkers Police Spokesman Frank Didomizio.
-Emily Young

 

https://westchester.news12.com/yonkers-pd-to-use-drones-as-first-responders-in-new-pilot-program

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Nokia and Flying Lion, Inc. Forge Strategic Partnership to Boost Drones-as-a-Service Sector in North America

Pictured in photo is CEO Barry Brennon

Nokia and Flying Lion, Inc. have entered a strategic partnership to enhance the Drones-as-a-Service sector, focusing on public safety and various industries across North America. This collaboration aims to leverage Nokia’s comprehensive drone solution, Nokia Drone Networks, to expand 5G-connected drone operations, including beyond visual line of sight capabilities. The partnership is expected to boost efficiency and reduce costs, significantly benefiting the market.

https://www.radiochina.info/news/Nokia-and-Flying-Lion-Inc-Forge-Strategic-Partnership-to-Boost-Drones-as-a-Service-Sector-in-North-America

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Barry Brennan and Steven Katz, Flying Lion, Inc. Dawn of Autonomy – Drone as First Responders (DFR)

Hosted by Dawn Zoldi

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Unlocking the Skies: Insights from Barry Brennan on Initiating Remote Drone Operations

Barry Brennan Shares Expertise on Launching Remote Drone Programs at Norway Unmanned Nordic Conference 2024.

https://www.uasnorway.no/unc2024/

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New Flying Lion Landing Pads by Hoodman

Left: Lou Schmidt , Right: Steven Katz

landing pad by Hoodman

Thank you to Lou Schmidt at www.HoodmanUSA.com for the awesome new batch of CUSTOM 5ft drone landing pads. These are the exact same quality you would expect from a Hoodman Landing Pad (thick canvas material, water resistant backing and high quality printing.) The best part is the heavy-duty weighted perimeter which keeps the landing pads flat on the ground even in heavy winds. Thank you Hoodman Team!!! Flying Lion, Inc. (FLI) Steven Katz

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7158964740449300480/

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Flying Lion on the Public Safety Drone Review, Tuesday February 6

This month, hosts Timothy Martin and Miriam McNabb review the latest news stories about drones in public safety, first response, fire and police with our guest Steven Katz, VP and Community College Instructor at Flying Lion and Founder and Chief Pilot at Flying Lion subsidiary, Sky Ladder Drones.  Steven will then discuss his experiences at Flying Lion, and the current important issues facing public safety agencies implementing or expanding their drone programs.

Flying Lion is a drone service provider to law enforcement, publicsafety agencies and municipalities.  Founded in 2014, Flying Lion is a global expert in Drones as First Responder (DFR) program development and implementation, on-demand drone Air Support, UAS flight training, and FAA regulations.  With deep experience in the high tech industry, Steven Katz has been focused on commercial and public safety drone use since their use became legal in the U.S. in 2016: working as both a pilot and educator in the space.

By: Miriam McNabb

https://dronelife.com/2024/01/31/flying-lion-on-the-public-safety-drone-review-tuesday-february-6/

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DRONE TECHNOLOGY AIDS IN ARREST OF THEFT SUSPECTS IN SILVER SPRING – Drone as First Responders (DFR)

Innovative Use of Drones in Law Enforcement

In a remarkable demonstration of technology aiding law enforcement, Montgomery County  successfully utilized a drone to apprehend two suspects involved in a theft at a Silver Spring grocery store.

The incident, which occurred in November 2023, highlights the effectiveness of the “Drone as ” program in combating crime.

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AXON AIR EXPANDING PUBLIC SAFETY DRONE PROGRAMS WITH NEW PARTNERSHIPS

Axon Air Powered by DroneSense provides a complete solution for drones in public safety, designed to increase situational awareness and operational efficiency to improve outcomes in some of the most challenging situations. In addition to secure wireless live-streaming, automated flight logs and reporting, integrated evidence management and fully remote operations for Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs, today we’re excited to announce new partnerships with Flying Lion, Pilot Institute and The Regional Training Center, further solidifying Axon Air as a comprehensive end-to-end drone platform for public safety.

https://www.axon.com/news/technology/expanding-public-safety-drone-programs-with-new-partnerships

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