After Reports of Thousands of Drones Causing Public Concern: The Clarification by Federal Security Authorities in the U.S.
After a thorough examination of the technical data and public reports on the thousands of drones observed in recent weeks, U.S. aviation and security authorities release a joint statement to the public.
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Security authorities in the United States, including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the FBI, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and the Department of Defense (DoD), issued a joint statement in response to numerous reports about the thousands of drones observed in the U.S. in recent weeks.
As of today, the FAA notes, there are legally registered over one million drones in the United States under the Federal Aviation Administration or FAA.
Thousands of commercial, amateur, and law enforcement drones operate in the skies every day, and their numbers are expected to grow with technological advancements.
"In the past weeks, the FBI received over 5,000 reports of drone sightings, from which about 100 investigative leads were developed. The federal authorities, in coordination with local law enforcement agencies, are working to investigate the reports. Teams equipped with advanced detection technology and skilled observers have been sent to relevant areas.
Preliminary Findings
After a thorough examination of the technical data and public reports, it was found that most sightings involved commercial and amateur drones, law enforcement drones, and manned aircraft such as planes and helicopters. Additionally, many reports likely resulted from incorrect identification of stars in the sky. So far, no unusual findings or activities have been identified that threaten national or public safety in civilian airspace.
Support for Legislation Against Unauthorized Drones
Although the findings do not indicate an immediate threat, the authorities recognize public concern. They are calling on Congress to enact new laws against unauthorized drones, expanding the powers to identify and neutralize potential threats.
Activity Near Military Facilities
The FAA notes: "A small number of drone sightings have been reported over military installations in New Jersey and other areas, including restricted airspace. Although such sightings are not new, the Department of Defense takes the matter very seriously. Local commanders are working in coordination with law enforcement agencies to ensure appropriate detection and neutralization measures are implemented."
The federal authorities in the U.S. state that they continue to collaborate with local authorities and take measures to prevent potential threats and ask the public to report suspicious sightings, emphasizing their commitment to ensuring the safety of the nation's airspace.