We proudly announce we are the first in WA to receive FAA approval to operate drones without a visual observer. Previously, FAA regulations required a physical observer in addition to the pilot ...

911 response drones: Redmond police first in WA to get FAA approval for flying without visual observer. Story by Maddie White ... The drone maintained a visual of that shed," he explained.

FAA Grants First Full BVLOS Waiver Using Ground-Based Radar and Camera Sensors to Replace Visual Observers AUSTIN, TX / ACCESSWIRE / October 21, 2024 / Campbell Police Department (CPD) is making ...

(The Center Square) – The Redmond Police Department is now the first agency in Washington state to receive Federal Aviation Administration approval to operate drones without a visual observer as ...

FAA rules require a visual observer so that a drone doesn't crash with anything or cause a plane crash. As is the case at Redmond Police Department currently, to comply with FAA regulations, an ...

Redmond police celebrating 'monumental' decision by FAA that approves drone use on more 911 ... department on the West Coast to be granted an exception to the FAA's rule for a visual observer.

Brinc said in a news release that Echodyne’s MESA radar technology “will add a layer of safety and reliability while providing a path for BRINC’s customers to meet the stringent Federal ...

Drones are being used to assist SWAT teams and U.S. marshals when they are searching for suspects. And they are being used when there are barricaded suspects in active shooter situations.

In April, the Redmond Police Department implemented a “Drones as First Responders” program which aids police officers during 911 calls. The Drones as First Responders unit is composed of ...