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Axon Week 2025: Revolutionary Drones Unlock New Frontiers In Public Safety
AXON Week 2025: A Turning Point in Public Safety Drone Operations
The event, held in Phoenix from May 22-25, brought together nearly 2,000 professionals to explore the latest innovations in first responder technology. This year’s showcase highlighted the expanded capabilities made possible by AXON’s acquisition of Dedrone, a company renowned for its airspace security solutions.
At the heart of this development is DedroneBeyond, a cutting-edge system designed to enable scalable, routine drone operations beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) for law enforcement and emergency services deploying Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs. The traditional FAA regulations requiring a visual observer for drones flying between 200 and 400 feet in altitude have long posed a significant challenge for agencies seeking to deploy DFR programs.
DedroneBeyond changes this by providing advanced, real-time airspace intelligence through multi-sensor fusion—combining radar, RF detection (including the RF900 for Remote ID), and cameras. This system delivers comprehensive situational awareness and virtually eliminates false positives, allowing agencies to operate drones BVLOS without visual observers. With its infrastructure capable of covering a 9 km radius (18 km diameter), DedroneBeyond enables broad area monitoring with relatively few installations, which can be permanently mounted on rooftops or other existing structures.
A significant advantage of DedroneBeyond lies in its ability to provide accurate airspace intelligence for BVLOS operations. This has been independently verified by a third-party assessment from Virginia Tech’s Mid-Atlantic Aviation Partnership, giving agencies and regulators confidence in the system’s safety and reliability.
DedroneBeyond is also notable for being the only system to have undergone this independent verification process. This recognition underscores Dedrone’s commitment to innovation and its dedication to supporting public safety agencies.
In addition to its expanded capabilities, DedroneBeyond offers a unique opportunity for agencies to adopt BVLOS operations more widely. By providing comprehensive situational awareness and eliminating false positives, DedroneBeyond makes it an attractive option for public safety agencies looking to enhance their response times and coverage.
Dedrone’s solutions are trusted by over 145 public safety agencies worldwide and protect more than 50% of the U.S. population through citywide deployments and partnerships with leading agencies. The integration of DedroneTracker.AI, a command and control platform, into AXON’s Fusus real-time operations platform following the acquisition has further streamlined operations and supported a wide range of deployment scenarios.
AXON Week 2025 marks a pivotal shift in how public safety and city leaders view drone technology. With DedroneBeyond, Dedrone—now part of AXON—is not only defending airspace but also driving innovation in BVLOS operations. As agencies continue to adopt these cutting-edge technologies, their impact on safety, efficiency, and quality of life will continue to grow.
The recent developments at AXON Week 2025 highlight the significant advancements being made in public safety drone operations. DedroneBeyond’s expanded capabilities offer a unique solution for agencies seeking to adopt BVLOS operations more widely, while its integration with existing systems underscores the commitment to innovation and support for public safety agencies.
As drones become increasingly embedded in urban infrastructure, their potential benefits will continue to shape the future of public safety and city planning. The integration of BVLOS operations into existing systems and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies like DedroneBeyond will be essential for driving innovation and improving response times.
AXON Week 2025 has marked an important turning point in this journey, highlighting the potential benefits of advanced drone operations and the importance of collaboration between industry leaders and public safety agencies. As we look to the future, it is clear that drones will continue to play a vital role in shaping the way cities operate and public safety agencies respond to emergencies.
By embracing cutting-edge technologies like DedroneBeyond, public safety agencies can drive innovation, improve response times, and enhance situational awareness. As industry leaders and policymakers work together to ensure that these technologies are developed and deployed in a responsible and effective manner, we can create safer, more efficient, and more sustainable communities for all.
The future of drone operations holds much promise for public safety agencies and cities around the world. By embracing the potential benefits of BVLOS operations and working together to drive innovation, we can create safer, more efficient, and more sustainable communities for all.