It’s already illegal to fly your drone over air bases in the United States, but currently, only federal civilian agencies can jam and disable drones. Taking action against drones is a federal matter being addressed, along with drone regulation in general.
The Air Force Wants to Shoot Down Trespassing Drones
Key Takeaways:
- The U.S. Air Force currently lacks the immediate authority to jam or disable drones flying illegally over its bases, with only federal civilian agencies empowered to take such action.
- Recent incidents, including an F-22 Raptor narrowly avoiding a collision with a drone, highlight the critical security risks posed by unauthorized drone flights over military installations.
- The Air Force is advocating for expanded authority to quickly counter drone threats, initially for nuclear sites and subsequently for all sophisticated military assets.
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