The IACP Session went great!
For over a century, crewed aircraft have supported public safety operations, with some of the earliest uses dating back to 1914-1916. Fast forward to 2025, and drones have emerged as a powerful tool for both large and small public safety agencies. After years of debate and adjustment, many agencies across the country have successfully learned to integrate crewed and uncrewed aircraft on the same incident-with impressive results. Presented by the IACP Aviation Committee, this panel will share success stories and tactical insights on how coordinated operations between crewed and uncrewed systems have led to mission success.
Target Audience: Command Staff/Supervisors
Some photos from the session:
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