Labor Day weekend, 250,000 people attend an annual celebration on the banks of the Ohio River. Started in 1977 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the rock-and-roll radio station, WEBN-FM, it is still – four decades later – the all-day-long event to ceremonially end the summer. The day culminates in an internationally-known monster fireworks display. For those in public safety, it provides a particular challenge. Now drones play a part. Lt. Schuler and Chief Johnson share their experiences that day – including getting a drone video feed to the emergency operations center.

David and Joe share a story about how they were able to fly Joe’s drone – and get footage – during a Cincinnati Reds’ baseball game. It was quite the day – including some unforeseen hiccups that almost scuttled the whole operation. Plus, the entire flight approval process completed in three days! Joe also reveals who seemed to be the only group of people not in the loop about the operation. 

Then, the conversation turns to enforcement – like when the police get called because of a drone operator. What can the police do when they encounter a drone operator breaking the rules? This conversation will continue… Enjoy the show!

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