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Flock DFR / Alpha (Drone as First Responder)

Autonomous police drones that self-launch to the scene

Flock DFR is a fully automated Drone-as-First-Responder system built on the 2024 Aerodome acquisition, pairing the US-made, NDAA-compliant Flock Alpha drone with weatherproof docking stations and the Aerodome flight-automation software. Triggered by 911 calls, ALPR hits, or Raven gunshot alerts, the drone auto-launches, streams HD/thermal video, can read plates from altitude, and reaches scenes at up to 60 mph with an average 86-second response.

What it does

  • Automated launch from 911/ALPR/gunshot triggers
  • 60 mph flight, ~45-min endurance, self-docking
  • HD and thermal live video to dispatch
  • Aerial license plate reading
  • CAD, LPR, and FlockOS integration

Where it's deployed

  • Flock DFR fielded with dozens of US public-safety agencies

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