Skyfire Consulting (Skyfire) (<a href="http://skyfireconsulting.com/">skyfireconsulting.com</a>), the most trusted and experienced public safety UAS consulting group, announced the launch of <a href="https://www.dfrvillage.com/">Rise DFR Village</a>— the nation’s most advanced training ground for Drone First Responders (DFR). This one-of-a-kind facility provides public safety agencies, military/DOD, critical infrastructure, and private industry with best-in-class testing, training, and demonstration grounds to advance and adopt DFR programs.“Rise DFR Village represents a significant leap forward in the integration of drones into public safety operations, and Skyfire is grateful for the support of the Huntsville International Airport and the City of Huntsville,” said Matt Sloane, Skyfire founder and CEO. “By providing a realistic training environment and collaborating with industry leaders, we are empowering first responders to leverage this life-saving technology to its fullest potential.”Unmatched Training at Rise DFR VillageRise DFR Village offers a comprehensive training experience designed to prepare first responders for real-world DFR operations. Key features of the facility include:<ul style="list-style-type:none;"><li>Realistic Training Scenarios:Rise DFR Village replicates a variety of environments that first responders may encounter, including urban settings, disaster zones, and rural areas.</li><li>Collaboration with Industry Leaders:The Village collaborates with leading drone manufacturers and software developers to provide attendees with access to the latest technologies.</li><li>Focus on Integration:The training curriculum emphasizes integrating DFR operations into existing public safety workflows.</li></ul><a href="https://www.dfrvillage.com/">Rise DFR Village</a> is poised to revolutionize the way public safety agencies utilize drones. By providing a world-class training ground and fostering collaboration, the Village is paving the way for the widespread adoption of DFR programs across the country. Founding partners include, BRINC, Parrot, AirData, DroneSense, Motorola (CAPE), Echodyne, DeDrone, Huntsville Police Department, and University of Alabama Huntsville.A portion of Rise DFR Village will be prominently displayed during the second annual <a href="https://www.futureproofuas.com/">Future Proof DFR &amp; Airspace Awareness Summit</a> May 8-10. Tickets are free for public safety and military/DOD. Learn more about this experiential summit: <a href="https://www.futureproofuas.com/">https://www.futureproofuas.com/</a>DFR: Transforming Public SafetyDrone First Responders (DFR) are unmanned aerial systems (UAS), commonly known as drones, utilized by public safety personnel trained to enhance emergency response capabilities. Drones offer a variety of advantages in public safety situations, including:<ul style="list-style-type:none;"><li>Improved situational awareness</li><li>Improved response times</li><li>Enhanced search and rescue operations</li><li>Firefighting support</li><li>Hazmat material identification</li><li>Law enforcement support</li></ul>

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Skyfire Consulting announced the launch of Rise DFR Village— the nation’s most advanced training ground for Drone First Responders. This one-of-a-kind facility provides public safety agencies, military/DOD, critical infrastructure, and private industry with best-in-class testing, training, and demonstration grounds to advance and adopt DFR programs.

Rise DFR Village Launches as the Ultimate UAS and Counter UAS Showcase and Training Facility

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