Florida Drone ForceVolunteer aerial disaster response

The precise lifeline in Florida’s skies

Our mission.
Florida’s communities.

A coordinated volunteer response when disaster strikes.

When the Florida Division of Emergency Management calls with an emergency need, our plan is to respond with the closest squadron and pre-positioned equipment.

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Prepared to support

A statewide disaster strategy.

Local pilots. Essential equipment. A coordinated response.

01 / People

Volunteer squadrons

Clubs of volunteer FAA-certified remote pilots organized around Florida’s emergency management districts.

02 / Preparation

Support equipment

Pre-positioned drones, batteries, generators and satellite Wi-Fi to help teams operate independently.

03 / Practice

Pilot meetups

Squadrons will host drone meets to hone their skills and review and recommend the best equipment for our use.

Florida emergency management map showing counties grouped into seven numbered zones.
Florida’s seven emergency management zones.

One state. A shared purpose.

Ready to coordinate across Florida.

  • GPS coordinates to identify where help is needed
  • Real-time video and infrared search for victims
  • Damage assessment of roads, bridges and power lines
  • Drone delivery of essential supplies to isolated areas

Resources for pilots

Together, for Florida

Help us prepare for the next call.

Whether you’re an experienced pilot or want to support your community, there’s a place for you in Florida Drone Force.