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Air Force launches drone-based security system at Travis AFB
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The 60th Air Mobility Wing Security Forces tests a new patrolling drone at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., in February. Photo by Nicholas Pilch/U.S. Air Force
Dec. 17 (UPI) The Air Force s 60th Security Forces Squadron has launched the first drone-based perimeter security system at California s Travis Air Force Base.
The squadron collaborated with drone provider Easy Aerial to launch the initiative, based officials said Thursday.
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The aircraft are not armed, but are designed to enhance strategic deterrence and foster full-spectrum readiness across the Air Force, the branch said in a press release.
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Travis AFB launches small unarmed aircraft initiative, first on Air Force installation
The 60th Security Forces Squadron, in collaboration with Easy Aerial, a leading provider of autonomous drone-based monitoring solutions, launched the first automated drone-based perimeter security system for the Air Force, Dec. 11.
The small unarmed aircraft initiative redefines on-base perimeter security systems to potentially advance warfighting capabilities, enhance strategic deterrence and foster full-spectrum readiness across the Air Force.
“Easy Aerial’s unmanned aerial systems are a game-changer,” said Master Sgt. Joshua Hicks, 60th SFS small unmanned aircraft system instructor. “This jointly developed technology will provide unparalleled security and safety for our Airmen and critical assets.”
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