Integrating Unmanned Aircraft Systems into Modern Policing in An Urban Environment

Abstract

This thesis examines the possibilities and advantages of incorporating the use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) into operational use by local public safety agencies. The use of UAS has become a vital tool for the military but still has not become a tool used by domestic police forces. This thesis explores the options of using this type of technology, such as an economical alternative or enhancement to existing aviation programs and better situational awareness for tactical operations. In addition, to reviewing issues and concerns related to privacy considerations; this thesis addresses program implementation, creation of best practices policy and procedures, benefits to community safety, and flight regulations and restrictions under the oversight of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 2012
Accession Number
ADA567389

Entities

People

  • John A. Wallace

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Autonomy
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aircrafts
  • Application Software
  • Cameras
  • Civil Rights
  • Employment
  • Global Positioning Systems
  • Ground Control Stations
  • Information Systems
  • Law
  • Military Applications
  • Military Science
  • National Security
  • Remotely Piloted Vehicles
  • Surveillance
  • Unmanned Aerial Systems
  • Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
  • Urban Areas

Readers

  • Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
  • Government and Public Administration Law.
  • Naval Mine Countermeasure Systems Development.

Technology Areas

  • Autonomy
  • Autonomy - UAVs