The Brief

Texas DPS is the first U.S. agency to equip helicopters with drone detection technology.

The system, called ACUS, detects unauthorized drones to boost safety during DPS missions.

It’s unclear when all DPS helicopters will receive the new detection hardware.

AUSTIN - The Texas Department of Public Safety is now the first agency in the nation to implement new drone detection hardware in their helicopters.

The new tech will allow their aircraft to pinpoint precise locations for unauthorized drones and their operators.

Texas DPS drone detection

What we know:

Airborne Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (ACUS) is a cutting-edge technology mounted on helicopters designed to detect and respond to drones that may pose a potential threat to public safety or emergency operations.

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