Vigilant Aerospace Systems was mentioned in a recent NBC 6 South Florida report on security preparations for FIFA World Cup sites.
The article, “World Cup kicks off in South Florida as security ramps up against aerial threats,” examines how law enforcement agencies are preparing for potential drone threats near matches, fan events, and other large public gatherings.
NBC 6 reported on broader efforts to develop and test counter-uncrewed aircraft systems (C-UAS) technology. The coverage referenced FlightHorizon DEFENDER demonstrations conducted in Oklahoma with Vigilant Aerospace Systems and Oklahoma State University.
The article described Vigilant Aerospace Systems as a company that has developed a multilayered drone detection system using portable radar that can be mounted on a stadium roof.
The coverage highlights the growing need for airspace awareness at major public venues. Security teams must identify nearby aircraft, distinguish authorized flights from potential threats, and respond quickly to unauthorized drone activity.
Read the full article here. Read about our previous demonstration here.
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Vigilant Aerospace is the leading developer of multi-sensor detect-and-avoid and airspace management software for uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS or drones). The company’s product, FlightHorizon, is based on two NASA patents and uses data from multiple sources to display a real-time picture of the air traffic around a UAS and to provide automatic avoidance maneuvers to prevent collisions. The software is designed to meet industry technical standards, to provide automatic safety and to allow UAS to safely fly beyond the sight of the pilot. The software has won multiple industry awards and the company has had contracts and users at NASA, the FAA, the U.S. Department of Defense and with a variety of drone development programs. Visit our website at www.VigilantAerospace.com