Los Angeles, CA – January 16, 2025 – Silvus Technologies, Inc. (“Silvus”), a leader in advanced wireless communications systems, today announced a new resale partnership with Safeware, a leading safety solutions provider.
With StreamCaster MANET radios now available through Safeware, first responders, law enforcement, and disaster relief agencies across the nation can establish robust, decentralized communication networks, improving coordination and efficiency in emergency response.
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2024 Florida Government Drone Operations Conference (FLOCON)
The DRONERESPONDERS Florida Government Drone Operations Conference (FLOCON) is a 3-day educational training conference hosted by first responders for first responders using Drones For Good®. FLOCON 2025 will feature classroom-style training, outdoor flight operations, and networking/fellowship opportunities for law enforcement, emergency services, and other government users of small, uncrewed aircraft systems (sUAS) for missions related to life, safety, emergency response, transportation, land management missions.
Campbell Police Department expands DFR Program to single person operations, flying day and night at higher altitudes
Teams with Dedrone by Axon, DroneSense and MatrixSpace to remove the human visual observer
Burlington, MA (October 21, 2024) – Expanding its pioneering Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, Campbell Police Department (CPD) is the first in California, using optical and radar sensors, to incorporate radar in a Part 91.113(b) waiver request to conduct single-person operations, which requires only one operator for flight operations. Adding radar also allows Campbell PD to operate without human visual observers at night.
US Army Selects Near Earth Autonomy & LIFT for Life Saving Autonomous Blood and CASEVAC Transportation System
Austin, TX // October 1, 2024 / LIFT Aircraft (LIFT) announced today that they have been awarded a contract by the US Army Applications Laboratory (AAL) to design a medical multi-mission modular payload, a container that can carry blood supply and casualty evacuations (CASEVAC).
LIFT has partnered with Near Earth Autonomy (Near Earth) to address one of the Army’s biggest challenges - the need to autonomously perform these functions within the crucial "golden hour," the critical period immediately following trauma when rapid medical intervention significantly increases survival rates.
Drone Emergency Flotation Device Delivery Enabled By Partnership Between BRINC and OMADA Group
OMADA Group and BRINC announce a strategic partnership to redefine water rescue operations using drones to deploy Emergency Flotation Devices (EFDs).
BRINC and Echodyne to Enable Automated BVLOS Operations without Visual Observers for First Responders
The partnership will integrate BRINC’s cutting-edge Drone as First Responder (DFR) solution with Echodyne’s ground-based radars to enable a path toward Beyond Visual Line of Site operations without Visual Observers.
FIREBIRD DRONE Introduces Fixed-Wing Drone for Emergency Response
Gainesville, FL – July, 2024 – FIREBIRD DRONE is proud to announce the launch of its Emergency Response Fixed-Wing Drone, designed specifically to enhance rapid response in crisis situations by providing superior aerial intelligence.
John McArthur, WISPR Systems | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 25
Dawn of Autonomy continues "Complex Ops" Month, sponsored by uAvionix, featuring special guest John McArthur, VP of Sales and Marketing at WISPR Systems. Established in 2016, WISPR Systems' mission is to not only provide dependable and affordable U.S.A. commercial UAS but also offer turnkey payload options for various market sectors. John brings years of expertise in sales and marketing from his work with start-ups and early-stage companies and has played a crucial role in driving WISPR Systems’ market presence and expansion.
Join Dawn and John on June 19th as they discuss WISPR Systems’ versatile, rugged, and reliable commercial drones and how they enable complex operations, including surveying, mapping, telecommunications, utilities, public safety and more:
Barry Brennan, Flying Lion | Dawn of Autonomy | Episode 9
The Dawn of Autonomy podcast wraps up a month dedicated to "All About Data," sponsored by Carahsoft with an episode that features Barry Brennan, the Founder of Flying Lion (FLI), and Steven Katz, VP at Flying Lion.
Barry has a firm belief in thinking "business unusual" and has guided FLI to offer on-demand services, training, equipment, and consulting for public safety and law enforcement agencies. Beyond business success, Barry's commitment to philanthropy has led him to receive awards like Big Brother of the Year and Reserve Police Officer of the Year.
Tune in on Feb 28:
AUVSI Presents: Supporting Drone Competitiveness for Public Safety Missions
Date/Time: Tuesday, February 27 at 1:30 – 2:30 pm EST
Webinar Description:
Learn about AUVSI's initiatives to bolster U.S. drone manufacturing and enhance secure platform offerings for all users, including public safety. This session will bring together diverse perspectives on ways to address the challenges facing the U.S. drone industry while meeting the mission critical needs of drone users. This free webinar is hosted by AUVSI, and attendees are encouraged to prepare questions and engage with the panelists.
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