US Fire Department Enhances Aerial Safety with Dronetag RIDER
Detected drones over 2 miles away
Mounted easily to vests or vehicle dashboards
Improved helicopter airspace safety
Ready to use out of the box, no training needed
About the Challenge
A U.S. fire department faced increasing challenges in maintaining safe airspace during emergency operations. Drones operated by civilians or unauthorized entities were frequently appearing near incident scenes, interfering with air support such as helicopters and complicating already critical missions. The department needed a lightweight, mobile solution to detect drones inreal-time without relying on permanent infrastructure or complex deployments.
To address these challenges, the department tested Dronetag RIDER - a lightweight, pocket-sized device designed to detect and visualize drones broadcasting Remote ID. RIDER works by passively listening for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi signals from compliant drones and displaying real-time data in the Dronetag or Drone Scanner apps.The device requires no pairing or setup. It can be deployed in seconds, making it ideal for field teams who need instant airspace awareness. RIDER displays key telemetry such as drone type, location, heading, and the pilot’s position (or take off position). Data can be shared directly via maps or exported for post-event analysis through mobile or web interface. Designed for flexibility, RIDER isequally effective in mobile, vehicle-based, or stationary use - adapting easily to public safety workflows with minimal training required.
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Real-Time Detection
Identified a DJI M30T drone launched over 2 miles away
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Mobile Monitoring
Tracked multiple drones while on the move, including pilot locations
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Flexible Deployment
Mounted easily to vests or vehicles using a simple adhesive clip
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Improved Safety
Helped secure airspace during critical operations involving helicopters
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No Setup Required
Fully functional out of the box- intuitive for first responders
These insights are based entirely on feedback provided directly bythe department after testing RIDER in the field.The team first discovered Dronetag in an online drone forum and reached out to request atest unit. Dronetag responded immediately, offering a one-month evaluation period.
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