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technology2 months ago•2 min saved

DHS Creates Rapid-Deploy Office for Drone and Counter-Drone Tech Ahead of Major Events

The Department of Homeland Security announced a new Program Executive Office for Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems to quickly procure and deploy drone and counter-drone technologies, backed by a $115 million investment aimed at securing America250 celebrations and 2026 FIFA World Cup venues. The move is framed as strengthening U.S. airspace sovereignty and protecting infrastructure and events, with expanded authorities for DHS components and rapid grant support to state partners.

via Homeland Security (.gov)|

#airspace-security #counter-drone #dhs

world3 months ago•1 min saved

JetBlue Flight Nearly Collides with US Military Aircraft Near Venezuela

A JetBlue flight from Curaçao nearly collided with a US Air Force refueling tanker near Venezuela, with the pilot blaming the military plane for crossing their path without transponder activation, prompting reports to authorities amid heightened US military activity in the region.

via The Guardian|

#aircraft-collision #airspace-security #caribbean

world5 months ago•1 min saved

Lithuania closes border and escalates response to balloon smuggling from Belarus and Russia

Lithuania has permanently closed its border with Belarus and shut down its airspace multiple times due to balloons used by smugglers to transport contraband, disrupting over 170 flights and affecting 30,000 passengers. The balloons, suspected to be part of hybrid smuggling operations, have prompted Lithuania to consider harsher penalties and seek additional EU sanctions against Belarus, with discussions of invoking NATO's Article 4 to address security concerns amid broader European airspace security issues.

via politico.eu|

#airspace-security #balloons #belarus

world6 months ago•3 min saved

Germany and Europe Enhance Drone Defense Measures

Germany is set to grant police the authority to shoot down rogue drones violating airspace, in response to recent drone disruptions at airports and concerns over hybrid warfare attributed to Russia, with new laws awaiting parliamentary approval to enhance drone detection and neutralization capabilities.

via Reuters|

#airspace-security #drones #european-security

world6 months ago•4 min saved

EU Considers 'Drone Wall' to Counter Russian Airspace Violations

European leaders are discussing a 'drone wall' initiative, a layered detection and interception network, to counter Russian drone incursions into European airspace, aiming to enhance security along the eastern flank and support NATO, with development potentially taking three to four years or less.

via CNN|

#airspace-security #drone-wall #eu

world6 months ago•2 min saved

Denmark Bans Drones Amid Rising Sightings and Security Concerns

Denmark has banned civilian drone flights this week to protect upcoming EU and European Political Community meetings in Copenhagen, amid suspected Russian involvement in recent drone disturbances near military bases and airports, with additional surveillance support from a German frigate.

via politico.eu|

#airspace-security #denmark #drone-ban

world10 months ago•2 min saved

Trump Advances Drone, Flying Car, and Supersonic Flight Initiatives

President Trump signed an executive order to enhance drone detection and security measures in the U.S., aiming to address threats to public safety and national security, especially with upcoming major events like the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics, while also promoting drone technology development and new aviation innovations.

via NPR|

#airspace-security #drone-security #executive-order