Public safety agencies are pushing the boundaries of what drones can do - and now, DroneSense and MatrixSpace are making beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) a reality for Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs. Today, we’re excited to announce a powerful new integration that takes Drone as First Responder (DFR) operations to the next level.
We’ve partnered with MatrixSpace, a leader in AI-powered radar sensing, to bring real-time radar object detection directly into DroneSense Remote (DSR) - our leading drone operations platform. This means public safety teams can now access scalable beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capabilities with enhanced airspace awareness, even in low-light or poor visibility environments.
The integration brings MatrixSpace Radar’s compact, AI-enabled radar directly into the DroneSense OpsHub interface - providing an unprecedented layer of situational awareness across both urban and rural missions. Operators gain reliable airspace monitoring, powered by real-time radar tracking, all from within the familiar DroneSense OpsHub environment.
Beyond Visual Line of Sight Made Practical:
Real-time radar tracking removes the need for human visual observers, enabling safe and scalable BVLOS operations.
All-Conditions Awareness:
Radar works day or night, in low light, and even poor weather - extending mission capability when it matters most.
Smarter Decision-Making:
Radar data feeds directly into DroneSense OpsHub, giving command staff and remote operators the real-time visibility they need.
“DroneSense is committed to building an open ecosystem that incorporates the best available drone hardware and detect-and-avoid (DAA) technologies,” said Aydin Ghajar, COO at DroneSense. “This integration with MatrixSpace is the first of many partnerships to unlock BVLOS for public safety agencies.”
This isn’t theoretical. The integration has already delivered major real-world milestones:
✅ Palm Springs Police Department now runs the largest radar-supported DFR coverage area in the U.S. — 37 square miles monitored by radar instead of human observers.
✅ Campbell Police Department became the first agency in California to receive FAA authorization for single-operator BVLOS missions under a Part 91.113(b) waiver using radar.
“The partnership between DroneSense and MatrixSpace is a game-changer,” said Chief Charles Werner (Emeritus-RET), Director of DRONERESPONDERS. “It delivers critical situational awareness to real-time crime centers, fusion centers, and command staff through a single mission platform.”
As more public agencies and critical infrastructure providers embrace drone technology, the need for safe, scalable BVLOS operations is clear. Ground-based radar is emerging as a key enabler—and with this integration, it’s now easier than ever to deploy.
“Together, we’re delivering a turnkey radar and software solution that supports next-generation airspace awareness,” said Lori DeMatteis, CRO at MatrixSpace. “Including nighttime and low-visibility BVLOS operations.”
As we continue to expand our partnerships and capabilities, DroneSense remains focused on one goal: helping public safety agencies fly smarter, safer, and with greater impact.
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