As large-scale public gatherings continue to grow in size, complexity, and global visibility, so too does the threat landscape surrounding them. The convergence of rapidly advancing technologies, UAS, cyber capabilities, and AI-generated synthetic media, has fundamentally reshaped how adversaries can disrupt, influence, or exploit these events.

As part of ongoing security planning for the FIFA World Cup 2026, the System Operations Support Center (SOSC), in coordination with federal partners, is publishing a series of UAS TFRs to support FIFA team hotels, training camps, in locations across the United States. The TFRs will be in effect from June 01, 2026, to July 20, 2026. These restrictions are separate from the FIFA match and Fan Fest TFRs and are intended to enhance security around designated team lodging and trai

For Public Inspection and once published in the federal register, a 60 day period to submit comments. https://www.federalregister.gov/public-inspection/2026-08943/designation-restrict-the-operation-of-unmanned-aircraft-in-close-proximity-to-a-fixed-site-facility

https://dronelife.com/2026/04/30/senate-bill-drone-threats-critical-infrastructure/

https://6abc.com/post/stolen-agricultural-drones-recovered-new-jersey-warehouse/18985482/

DRONERESPONDERS Celebrates National Drone Safety Day, Recognizes Work by FAA to Assist America’s First Responders. Coalition requests regulator to implement a scalable, National Public Safety Drone Waiver for emergency UAS operations.

As DRONERESPONDERS continues to expand its national training offerings, we are launching a National Call for Instructors to identify experienced public safety professionals who are ready to help shape the future of public safety UAS education.

Mike O’Shea brings subject matter expertise gleaned from over 25 years working with Federal, state, and local public safety aviation partners

April 2026 Public Safety Drone Review: Drones in Remote Environments and Operations on Lanai March 31, 2026 by Miriam McNabb DRONELIFE and DRONERESPONDERS host live webcast April 7 at 3 PM EST Register here for the next Public Safety Drone Review, presented by DRONELIFE and DRONERESPONDERS, will take place on Tuesday, April 7 at 3 PM EST . This month’s session will focus on how public safety agencies use drones in remote environments, with a closer look at operations on the