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Capitol commission explores drone detection tech, seeks legal path to geofence airspace
Summary
Staff briefed the Michigan State Capitol Commission on drone detection technology, an upcoming demonstration with Airspace Link, and the need for state legislation and critical-infrastructure designation to enable enforcement.
Robbie, a staff member reporting to the Michigan State Capitol Commission, told commissioners the rapid advance of drone technology is outpacing law and policy and poses security questions for the Capitol building and public events.
Robbie said the commission has been meeting with industry groups and that a Michigan-based firm, Airspace Link, demonstrated software that maps drone flight paths and can tie flights back to a pilot’s location. He said the firm already works with Ford Field, Comerica Park, Detroit Airport and major…
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