Скачать или смотреть What if a drone could arrive at an emergency before first responders — and save precious minutes?

In this episode of On the Road, Chief Wayne Baker sits down with John McBride, a pioneer in the drone industry and now a leader at Flock Safety. Together, they explore how “Drone as a First Responder” (DFR) programs are transforming public safety by getting eyes on a scene before officers or firefighters arrive.

From tracking armed suspects to assessing accidents and protecting communities during critical incidents, John shares how integrating drones with license plate readers, real-time crime centers, and gunshot detection systems is giving agencies a powerful new way to respond faster and safer.

They also discuss the challenges: overcoming misconceptions, navigating regulations, and ensuring drones are used responsibly to protect privacy while saving lives.

0:00 – Meet John McBride in Ogden, Utah
1:08 – From RC hobbyist to public safety pioneer
3:07 – How Flock Safety integrates drones into emergency response
4:33 – Real-world example: DFR in action
6:43 – Tackling legal, regulatory, and privacy challenges
8:37 – The future of drones and automation in public safety

Police departments, fire agencies, and city governments are using drones to keep officers, bystanders, and entire neighborhoods out of harm’s way — and to make smarter decisions in seconds, not minutes.

If you believe in the power of drones to protect and serve, now is the time to understand how these programs work and why they matter.

Learn more about Drone as a First Responder programs:
https://droneadvocacyalliance.com/

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