Royal Cayman Islands Police and Fire Services test drone in simulated Emergency Scenario
BY MARCO MARGARITOFF From The Drive
The dummy scenario saw a swimmer in simulated trouble, with the three vehicles aimed to effectively coordinate an efficient strategy between each other. This multi-agency demonstration took place at the West Bay Public Beach, with the police stating this exercise gave them the opportunity to challenge its drone pilots and test its new Matrice 210, which is conveniently capable of carrying two cameras.
Though the Cayman’s Civil Aviation Authority highlighted the increased challenges to air traffic, posed by a rise in drone activity, the RCIPS stated that its Air Operations Unit is legally in charge of regulating its drone equipment and operations. In terms of responsible piloting, the police have successfully trained four Air Operations Unit officers to become professional pilots. A police spokesperson also said that residents will likely see a substantial increase in law enforcement drone missions.
In terms of aerial search and rescue efforts, drones have taken off dramatically in the United States. We recently reported on a study that found 910 state and local police departments, fire departments, and emergency services agencies utilizing UAVs in their day-to-day operations, and it seems like the Cayman Islands are merely attempting to catch up.
While two drones does not a drone fleet make, it certainly seems to have benefitted the local police, and the public wellbeing. This is only the beginning for the Caymans: With one year elapsed, separate agencies now coming together, and an additional drone purchased, the local public offices will surely only continue to bolster their aerial equipment.
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