Implementing a Drone Program in Public Safety
(Room 2B)
27 Feb 16
1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
Drones are demonstrating their value in the area of public safety. However, the process for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval can seem daunting. Drones used in the area of public safety fall under the “public” requirements by the FAA. To legally operate a drone, it requires an FAA certificate of authorization (COA), training for drone operator and observer, training location, documentation, a written policy outlining the drone’s mission, operational guidelines, letter of air worthiness, etc. This program will give an overview of the various ways that drones are being used in public safety and other general applications. The attendee will receive an overview of the local, state and FAA requirements as it relates to drones or unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Additionally, attendees will be given a walkthrough of the FAA certificate of application (COA) process. A primer will also be shared on the operational aspects of a drone along with an example of a drone policy as it relates to implementing a drone program (mission definition, drone operator/observer training requirements, drone operations, law enforcement specifics, safety, liability, forms, etc.).