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Our Drone as First Responder (DFR) program is another part of the Real Time Information Center, and is a brand new, emerging technology program being utilized by public safety agencies across the country. The drones used in the DFR program are launched from static, strategically placed sites across the city and remotely operated by FAA-certified drone operators in the Real Time Information Center. These drones can can launch and fly to the scene to provide an overhead view. By utilizing drones to gather more information, patrol resources can be dispatched more efficiently to the most emergent of calls within our community, lowering response times and increasing safety.

Drone Use Policy

All technology APD uses is strictly governed by federal, state, and local laws, and all systems are used in a manner that is constitutionally sound. Additionally, the city and APD have several policies in place to regulate the use of technology. All systems track use and are auditable. See below for specific policies related to APD drone use.

DM 16.05 - Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Drone Flight Tracking

All APD drone operations are done within FAA regulations and each operator is Part 107 certified. Each flight is logged and the path is viewable to the public.

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