Are there drones in emergency services and how are they being used?
Drones in emergency services are now widely used across the UK by police, fire, and rescue teams to enhance safety, improve response times, and support critical missions.
The first UK police drone pilot team scheme was launched in 2015 by Devon and Cornwall and Dorset Police to assess drone effectiveness. A decade later, drones are an essential tool, helping locate missing persons, track suspects, monitor large events, and support rescue operations.
The National Police Chiefs’ Council has declared drones “indispensable” for frontline policing.
heliguy™ supplies and trains more than 100 UK blue light agencies, supporting the safe and effective use of drones in emergency services.
Read our Drones for Emergency Services page to learn more.
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What does the sensing system of DJI Matrice 400 consist of?
Omnidirectional binocular vision system, Downward-facing binocular vision system, LiDAR (including horizontal rotating LiDAR and upward LiDAR), Downward 3D infrared range sensor, and 6-directional mmWave radar.
What are the benefits of using drones for emergency rescue?
Faster response, thermal imaging, night ops, lower cost, and safer than traditional methods.
What is drone emergency response and how does it work?
Drones help emergency teams respond faster and more accurately, as shown in real police rescue cases.