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Drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are aircrafts that are controlled by either a human
being on the ground, or autonomously through the use of a computer program1. These UAVs, which are
powered by a jet or reciprocating engine, are capable of ying at a controlled and sustained level2.
UAVs are nding their use in several applications including military purposes such as reconnaissance and attack
roles, search and rescue operations as a result of their ability to provide a rapid overview of the situation, disaster
relief due to their sustainable nature in extreme conditions, sports photography, wildlife and atmospheric
research2,3.
Other areas where drones can be useful include emergency communication networks, the monitoring of
catastrophes, landslides, ooding, storms, hurricanes and tsunamis, as well as the monitoring of plane and train
crashes,
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Advances in drone technology have allowed for the continuing development of drones, which are capable of
maintaining operation during adverse conditions such as rain, snow or during extreme temperatures4.
Drones that are equipped to navigate in challenging environments of solid smoke are able to locate people and
exits using advances sensors, which could make a signi cant di erence in such life and death situations4.
These types of drones eliminate the need for re ghters and support personnel to enter the danger zone to assess
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the seriousness of the situation to plan adequate measures3. Due to their capability of capturing the aerial
view to get information regarding the extent of the re, drones are able to also search for any missing persons
using advanced sensors and cameras, while simultaneously transferring the retrieved data wirelessly to the control
room.
This quick transmission of data provides an informed analysis of the

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The FDNY is working closely with the FAA to ensure that all of the rules and policies regarding airspace in New York
(NY) city can allow for the safe operation of these types of life-saving drones. To y the drones at night, or into FAA
class B air space, which is the FAAs most restricted airspace, the re department operations center needs to
contact the FAA for permission3.
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important aerial view, keeping the FDNY members and people they protect even safer3.
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After completing her Bachelor of Science in Toxicology with two minors in Spanish and Chemistry in 2016, Benedette
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