How to Buy a Drone for Your Police Department

How to Buy a Drone for Your Police Department

Drones have become an essential tool for modern law enforcement, providing unmatched aerial capabilities for surveillance, search and rescue, overwatch, and tactical operations. Whether your department is implementing its first drone program or expanding an existing fleet, Lone Star Drone is here to guide you through the process from start to finish. Here’s how you can purchase the right drone for your department through Lone Star Drone (lsdrone.com).

1. Research Your Department’s Needs

Before making a purchase, it’s crucial to define the specific needs of your department. Different drones serve different purposes, so consider the following:

• Overwatch & Surveillance: Need long flight times and high-quality zoom cameras for monitoring situations from a distance.

• Thermal Imaging: Ideal for search and rescue, night operations, and suspect tracking.

• FPV/Tactical Drones: Best for indoor use, SWAT operations, and tight-space navigation.

If you’re unsure about what features would be most beneficial, don’t worry—our experts will help you find the best fit.

2. Get in Touch with Our Drone Experts

Once you have an idea of what you need, it’s time to speak with our sales experts. Our team will:

• Discuss your department’s specific needs and any restrictions (FAA regulations, department policies, etc.).

• Determine whether your department is new to drones or already has an established drone unit.

• Recommend the best drone solutions that align with your budget, mission requirements, and operational needs.

We make sure that your department gets the right tools for the job—nothing more, nothing less.

3. Approve Your Estimate

After our consultation, you will receive a detailed estimate outlining:

• The drone(s) and accessories included in your package.

• Customization options (payloads, additional batteries, rugged cases, etc.).

• The estimated delivery timeframe (subject to market conditions and regulatory changes).

Carefully review the details and ensure it aligns with your department’s expectations before approval.

4. Submit Payment for Your Drone

Once the estimate is approved, your department will submit payment for the drone package. We offer various payment methods to streamline the process.

5. Receive Your Drone

Your department’s drone will be delivered directly to you, or if you are local you can have it shipped to us and pick it up at our Arlington, TX headquarters.

6. Get to Flying!

Once your drone arrives, it’s time to put it to work. Whether it’s a tactical drone for SWAT operations or a thermal drone for nighttime searches, you now have a powerful new tool to enhance public safety, officer safety, and situational awareness.

7. Need Help with Part 107? We’ve Got You Covered!

If your officers need to get Part 107-certified (required for commercial drone operations), Lone Star Drone offers a comprehensive Part 107 video series to help them pass the test with ease. Be sure to ask our sales team for more information!

Ready to Equip Your Department with the Right Drone?

Lone Star Drone specializes in providing law enforcement agencies with high-quality, mission-ready drones. Contact us today at lsdrone.com to get started and take your department’s capabilities to the next level.