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Drone As First Responder (DFR) Evaluation Hub

How to evaluate, plan and deploy a successful DFR program

Why DFR

Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs are reshaping how public safety agencies respond to emergencies. In cities across the country, drones are arriving on scene in under 90 seconds and resolving nearly 1 in 4 calls without requiring officer dispatch, helping agencies stay available for the calls that matter most. By delivering real-time aerial intelligence before officers arrive, DFR enables faster, safer and more informed decisions. Axon Air DFR transforms critical incidents into opportunities for precision, de-escalation and community trust.

Learn more about how DFR works and why agencies across the country are adopting it.

Faster. Smarter. Safer. See DFR in action with Oklahoma City PD.

Evaluate DFR program potential

Explore resources that provide a clear pathway to how you can implement a Drone as First responder program in your community and how it protects more lives in more places.

Gain support for a DFR program

DFR takes emergency responders out of harm's way and significantly reduces response times. Share resources with your stakeholders and community members that show how drones can make communities safer for everyone.

Drone success stories

See how other agencies and communities are already driving impact and creating safer communities with Drone as First Responder programs.

Axon Skyswap

Future-proof your DFR program today

Axon SkySwap enables public safety agencies to seamlessly and cost-effectively transition to secure, NDAA-compliant, American-made drone solutions. More than an upgrade, SkySwap is a bold step toward cutting-edge autonomous DFR technology.

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