# Virginia Beach Drones Take to the Sky | Virginia Beach News

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Podcast: [Virginia Beach News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/virginia-beach-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7560167)
Published: 2026-07-03T02:16:12+00:00
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## Resource

Virginia Beach just launched a high-tech drone program at the Oceanfront, deploying FAA-certified drones in under two minutes to give cops a real-time aerial view during emergencies—especially crucial with holiday crowds. Sixteen trained operators manage autonomous drones pre-positioned and ready to fly directly to incidents, focusing on tactical intel, not surveillance. This tech is a game-changer for busy summer weekends like the Fourth of July, helping officers respond faster and safer. Other local departments, including Elizabeth City and soon Newport News, are following suit—with fire departments even getting in on the action. As beach season heats up, Virginia Beach is adding a new set of eyes in the sky to boost public safety. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b1a2b98bc29d4d21

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