Duffy compares Biden-era ‘drone fiasco’ to Trump admin’s ‘radical transparency’
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is conducting drone-detection testing in New Jersey, as announced by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy in a recent video message. Duffy emphasized the Trump administration’s commitment to “radical transparency” in contrast to what he referred to as the Biden administration’s “drone fiasco.”
According to a post on the FAA’s website, the testing is scheduled to take place in Cape May, New Jersey, between April 14-25. The FAA will be operating several large drones and over 100 commercial off-the-shelf drones during the two-week period. Testing will occur over the water and near the Cape May Ferry Terminal on weekdays only. The public is advised not to fly recreational drones in the vicinity during the testing period.
In his video message, Duffy highlighted the importance of detecting drones in airspace to prevent interference with aircraft navigation systems. The increased sightings of drones in the skies last year raised concerns among many Americans. A joint statement by the Department of Homeland Security, FBI, FAA, and Department of Defense addressed these sightings, stating that they primarily involved lawful commercial drones, hobbyist drones, and law enforcement drones.
After President Trump took office, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt clarified that the drones spotted over New Jersey were authorized by the FAA for research and other purposes, dismissing any national security or public safety risks. The FAA has been testing drone detection technologies at airports for several years and is now expanding testing to off-airport locations to assess their effectiveness without interfering with FAA or aircraft navigation systems.
This initiative reflects the Trump administration’s proactive approach to addressing drone-related challenges. Stay updated on the latest developments in drone detection testing and technology by visiting the FAA’s official website.
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