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APSA Offering Remote Pilot-In-Command Course Next Month
APSA's Remote Pilot-In-Command Course is a must-have for agencies to train their personnel on how to operate sUAS and to obtain pilot certification. This course is intended for public safety personnel, both sworn and non-sworn, who are interested in obtaining their FAA Remote Pilot Certificate under FAR PART 107. This course will prepare the student to successfully take the FAA Pilot’s Exam for this rating.
There is 18 hours of classroom instruction covering 12 subject matter areas found on the Remote Pilot Examination. Topics include applicable regulations relating to small unmanned aircraft system rating privileges, limitations and flight operation; airspace classification, operating requirements, and flight restrictions affecting small unmanned aircraft operation; aviation weather sources and effects of weather on small unmanned aircraft performance; small unmanned aircraft loading; emergency procedures; crew resource management; radio communication procedures; determining the performance of small unmanned aircraft; physiological effects of drugs and alcohol; aeronautical decision-making and judgment; airport operations; maintenance and preflight inspection procedures. In addition, three additional briefings specific to law enforcement use of sUAS will be conducted.
Hosted by the Westminster (CO) Police Department and taught by APSA sUAS Liaison Al Frazier, the course will take place August 4-5, 2022. Register now and reserve your spot for this UAS training.
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Suspect Faces Felony Charges for Pointing Laser Sight From Gun At Aircraft
A 31-year-old man was arrested last month and charged with pointing a laser at an Atlanta Police Department (APD) helicopter that was flying past his apartment. The aircrew was supporting officers on the ground, assisting them with crowd control near Mercedes Benz Stadium in northwest Atlanta. The video from their helicopter shows a bright, blinding, green laser from a nearby apartment complex suddenly beaming into the cockpit.
The two officers aboard, who serve with APD’s Phoenix Air Unit, were at risk of losing their eyesight, mid-flight, and losing control of the helicopter. And police video shows that the man wasn’t just pointing a laser at the officers and their helicopter, he was aiming his handgun at them, using his laser sight that was attached to the weapon.
“There's no other reason to shine a laser at an aircraft other than to distract the pilot and make it unsafe for him,” one of the officers said in an interview. “So, I think they know what they're doing. First of all, it's a distraction while trying to fly. So visually it’s a distraction, but it can become a real safety issue. And second of all, a lot of times, it takes us off of our primary mission while we're up in the first place. When we have a laser strike, sometimes, we have to break off our call and handle that.”
“Not only was it a laser,” the pilot said, “he could have had his finger on the trigger and then, you know, shot some rounds in our direction. So that's very alarming.” The man was arrested and charged with two counts of aggravated assault on a peace officer, laser use against an aircraft, and laser use against a law enforcement officer.
Source: 11alive.com
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Metro Customizes Texas DPS New Mission Ready Aircraft
Metro Aviation recently completed and delivered a new H125 for the Texas Department of Public Safety Aircraft Operations Division. Working in conjunction with aviation technology and wireless communications leader CNC Technologies, Metro customized the aircraft to meet the Texas DPS’s specific mission needs. The result is the most advanced law enforcement aerial mission platform completed to date by Metro’s Louisiana-based completion center.
The aircraft is the first in the Texas DPS fleet to be outfitted with the TrakkaBeam TLX searchlight and the Boost Human External Cargo (HEC) system. The HEC System features a quick-release hook assembly that can remain on the helicopter during non-HEC operations, maintenance requirements are reduced and helicopter availability is optimized. Metro’s team also installed the latest Wescam MX10 and Shotover ARS real-time augmented reality mapping system.
“Texas DPS is proud to take delivery of our newest H125 from Metro Aviation, adding another great airborne law enforcement asset to our fleet. This specific helicopter was spec’d with the latest avionics, mapping, thermal imaging, video downlink and communication technology on the market,” said Major Marcus Tomerlin of the department’s Aircraft Operations Division. “It will be deployed to one of our border regions in south Texas. This specific helicopter will assist Texas with its mission in securing our southern border and providing an additional level of public safety to our citizens and law enforcement partners.”
Source: Metro Aviation
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Enstrom Helicopter Corporation Has A New Owner
Enstrom Helicopter Company now has a new owner after filing for bankruptcy earlier this year. Chuck Surack purchased the company in May. “I’ve been a big fan and follower of the company for many, many years now and when the opportunity took to acquire it happened, it was the perfect match. I loved the company so much, I bought it,” said Surack.
Surack learned to fly a helicopter in 2008. Now, his goal is to build a great company. “I want to make the company the best it’s ever been. We’re quickly hiring employees back and we’re going to start building a lot of helicopters over the next year or two,” Surack said. For now, the company is focused on creating parts for helicopter owners in need and it hopes to start helicopter production by the end of this year or early next year.
Surack says Enstrom is known for creating safe and long-lasting helicopters. “They’re used in militaries around the world. They’re used as a VIP helicopter, training helicopter – a lot of people use them in flight schools,” Surack said. As Enstrom is beginning to build helicopters again, the company is also building its team.
Source: uppermichanssource.com
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Monthly Webinar Training Series Free for Members
As part of the education and training program for 2022, APSA is conducting a series of webinars, one a month with the exception of June-August. Recognizing the need to provide training to those members who may not be able to travel to in-person APSA events, these webinars continue the series of live, online training originally brought about by the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Scheduled for Thursdays, 1:00-2:30 pm EST, the upcoming schedule and topics in this series are:
Registration for these webinars is open. To register, simply click on the webinar(s) you’d like to participate in and complete the registration form. These webinars are offered free of charge to APSA members.
Interested in sponsoring one or more of these webinars and marketing to the participants? Contact Benay Osborne by email or call her at 301-631-2406 for details.
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Georgia Agency Launches Thermal Imaging Drones
The City of South Fulton (GA) Police Department is adding drones to its toolbox to improve public safety and crack down on crime.
“We're getting into 21st century policing," South Fulton Police Lt. Charles Cook said. “We have 6 pilots, so we have 6 drones," Cook said. "One of the things that a drone can do is actually respond to a scene quicker than an officer could, which eliminates response time. It can help eliminate sending an officer to a call.”
The thermal imaging can be used to detect different heat sources in various situations. “It could be used to help look for hot spots in a fire situation," Cook said. “Or, we can use thermal imagery to pick up the heat source, whether it is an object, a person, a vehicle, whatever the case may be.”
“The drone is able to make entries into a house, has ability to break glass, and the ability to push doors open. We have two-way communications so we can actually send it inside of a house and communicate with somebody," Cook said. South Fulton Police will soon get their 7th drone to use in SWAT situations.
Source: www.11alive.com
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Let's Chat: Join APSA's Online Meeting Groups
APSA conducts regularly scheduled online meetings for safety officers, maintenance technicians, SAR and Natural Resources personnel, and UAS operators that you can join using your computer, mobile device or phone. To facilitate this, the UAS, Safety Officer and Maintenance Technician Meeting Groups meet once every two months, and the SAR Personnel and Natural Resources Meeting Groups meet quarterly.
These meetings are open to any APSA member. Contract maintenance providers to APSA members are welcome to participate in the maintenance meeting as well. To receive meeting information and be added to the mailing list, send an email to safety@publicsafetyaviation.org.
The schedule for upcoming APSA online meetings is as follows:
Safety Officers: Friday, July 15, 2022 from 1:00-2:00 PM EDT (1700 UTC)
SAR: Wednesday, August 10, 2022 from 1:00-2:00 PM EDT (1700 UTC)
Maintenance: Wednesday, August 24, 2022 from 1:00-2:00 PM EDT (1700 UTC)
UAS: Wednesday, September 7, 2022 from 1:00-2:00 pm EDT (1700 UTC)
Natural Resources: Wednesday, October 5, 2022 from 1:00-2:00 PM EDT (1700 UTC)
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Upcoming APSA Safety Stand-Tos
APSA conducts virtual Safety Stand-Tos online as well as in-person Safety Stand-Tos on an on-request basis for members at their facilities. The upcoming Safety Stand-To schedule is:
VIRTUAL | Canadian | September 28, 2022
VIRTUAL | Natural Resources | October 26, 2022
To schedule a Safety Stand-To in your area, please contact APSA Training Program Manager Don Roby at droby@publicsafetyaviation.org or 301-631-2406.
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Woburn Police Receive Grant To Implement Drone Program
The Woburn (MA) Police Department received a $100,000 grant from the Cummings Foundations to develop and implement a drone program. The department will use the funds to develop its aerial drone unit, train officers on how to fly the drones and purchase a drone. The intended uses of the drone will range from observing traffic patterns to assisting officers in locating missing or wanted people in areas that are difficult for officers to search.
Currently, there are 431 drones owned and operated by government agencies in Massachusetts. Other departments across the state already have drone programs in place or have started to develop them. Towns near Woburn, such as Tewksbury and Burlington, already have drone programs that have experienced success. The Massachusetts State Police have the highest number of drones in the state, with 88 drones.
Source: patch.com
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Dothan Police Rebrand Helicopter With Agency Paint Scheme
The Dothan (AL) Police Department’s helicopter now has the department’s logo emblazoned on it. Chief William “Will” Benny said the OH-58 helicopter has the same look as Dothan Police patrol vehicles. “We’re proud of our aircraft; it brings a level of enforcement and protection to the community that cannot be underscored or understated, and to have our logo on it really means the world to us,” Benny told reporters. Arista Aviation Services rebranded the chopper without charge.
The rebranded chopper with the DPD logo is among four aircraft in the Wiregrass Aviation Support Program (WASP) that provides search and other services for a vast Southeast Alabama region. The WASP program partners with local agencies such as Houston County Sheriff’s Office, Dothan Police Department, Dale County Sheriff’s Office, Enterprise Police Department, and others that provide patrols and services to all those agencies.
Source: www.wtvy.com
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Pointing Laser At Police Aircraft Lands Michigan Man in Jail
A laser pinpointed at a Michigan State Police (MSP) Aviation Unit helicopter has landed a 59-year-old Michigan man in jail. The man was arrested last month after he repeatedly pointed a laser at the Trooper3 helicopter.
“It’s alarming,” said MSP Trooper/TFO Nick Olivo. “While we were on patrol, our aircraft was illuminated by a laser.” During this incident, he was watching the camera and communicating with officers on the ground. “We engage laser protection shields on our helmet, which helps mitigate the effects of the lasers on our eye and then after that we start looking for the laser’s point of origin,” he said. It took about 15 minutes to track down and arrest the suspect.
Pointing a laser at an aircraft is a five-year felony under Michigan state law. Pointing a laser at an aircraft is also a federal crime. “A lot of people don’t realize the extent of the damage it can cause. This isn’t a problem just for state police aircraft, this is also a problem for aviation in general. Commercial pilots, airline pilots, general aviation pilots, this is something that happens to everyone,” Olivo said. “It disperses itself throughout the windscreen and it becomes pretty much impossible to see outside. It can cause ocular damage and the biggest thing it can cause is spatial disorientation, which can cause problems maintaining control of the aircraft,” Olivo continued.
Laser incidents show a year-to-year increase nationwide, with the most ever recorded last year.
Source: www.wnem.com
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Texas DPS Videos Videos Human Smuggler in Action
The Texas Department of Public Safety released a video showing a human smuggling operation’s attempt to elude law enforcement. In the video, a suspected human smuggler attempts to elude law enforcement by crashing the vehicle into the Rio Grande River and then swimming back to Mexico. Two people who are not Mexican law enforcement, according to Texas authorities, then grab the man on the Mexican side of the border. He is thrown into a car that drives off.
The Texas Department of Public Safety said cartels are known for ruthlessly protecting their territory. The video underscores the emphasis traffickers are placing on human smuggling, which may be even more lucrative than drug smuggling. “The reality is human smuggling into the U.S. is a worldwide, lucrative business,” said Brandon Judd, a president of the National Border Patrol Council.
Authorities said human smugglers are now recruiting teenagers on social media, specifically TikTok, to bring people across the border. “We have teenagers coming down here and the parents have no idea where they’re at,” said Tim Wiedemann of the Arizona Highway Patrol.
Source: newsnationnow.com
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San Diego's Helicopter Assists Firefighters, Drone Seen During Ops
The San Diego County Sheriff Department’s Bell 205 helicopter assisted firefighters battling a 10-acre fire near Carlsbad last month. Evacuations were in effect for a while but no structures were damaged. A drone was illegally flying near the fire.
Within hours after the spread of the fire was stopped, a drone video with aerial footage of the incident was posted on YouTube. The video includes a very clear shot of the Sheriff’s Department ASTREA (Aerial Support to Regional Enforcement Agencies) Helicopter 10 flying toward the drone at about the same altitude then banking to the left as it maneuvered prior to dropping a load of water on the fire. It is difficult to tell how close the two aircraft were without knowing what type of lens the drone was using, but they may have been just a few hundred feet apart.
It is very dangerous to fly a drone over a fire at which helicopters or fixed-wing aircraft are operating. If a drone is seen near a fire, the standard operating procedure is to remove all aircraft from the fire area until it is confirmed that the drone has left the scene. In other words, it interferes with firefighting efforts.
The FAA often implements Temporary Flight Restrictions around wildfires to protect aircraft that are involved in the firefighting operation. All aircraft, including drones, are prohibited from flying in the restricted area unless they’re operated by an agency that’s involved in the firefighting operation. It’s a federal crime to interfere with firefighting aircraft regardless of whether restrictions are established, and violators can face up to 12 months in prison. Additionally, Congress has authorized the FAA to impose a civil penalty of up to $20,000 against any drone pilot who interferes with wildfire suppression, law enforcement, or emergency response operations.
Source: www.fireaviation.com
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Norfolk Police Department Adds Drone Program
The Norfolk (NE) Police Department rolled out a new partnership to provide a drone program between the Madison County Sheriff's Office and Norfolk Fire Department last month. The drones will have capabilities like high-resolution cameras, thermal capabilities, spotlights and other features.
First responders in Madison County have been meeting and planning for about a year on how to meet the area’s needs for drones during operations. According to a release, the new program includes training, personnel and equipment. Officials have purchased two small training drones that will be shared between the agencies. Current uses include locating missing persons and suspects, identifying fire hot spots and structural integrity to fight fires as safely as possible, clearing buildings and vehicles in front of officers, mapping and recording accident and crime scenes with amazing accuracy, and monitoring community emergencies such as floods, tornado response, etc.
The department said a local American Legion Auxiliary Unit #16 donated the money to buy their first drone. The departments are continuing to look for funding sources to purchase additional drones and are hoping to have the program fully off the ground by the end of the summer.
Source: www.siouxlandproud.com/news
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Laser Strike Interrupts Joint Training in Gwinnett County
Gwinnett County (GA) Police Department officers arrested a 30-year-old man after he pointed a green laser at the police helicopter flying overhead. The Aviation Unit was conducting training exercises with the Gwinnett SWAT Team at the Gwinnett Police Training Center when the laser hit them. Watch here.
The flight crew of the helicopter was able to pinpoint the origin location of the laser and directed officers to make contact with several individuals at the location. After some investigation, the man was arrested and jailed. This case was referred to the Federal Aviation Administration and the FBI Atlanta office for follow-up.
“Not only are you putting pilots at risk for long-term eye damage, but you’re also impeding someone getting help or care when needed for an emergency,” said Officer Marcus Lapitsky. Pilots have reported 244 injuries since the FAA began recording data on laser strikes in 2010, according to a spokesperson.
Source: www.thegeorgiasun.com
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Utah DPS Helicopter Crew Assists Local SAR in Mountain Rescue
An injured hiker needed the attention of two helicopters for a 10,000-foot mountain rescue last month. A Utah Department of Public Safety helicopter assisted in the afternoon rescue, along with an AirMed aircraft from the University of Utah, DPS spokesman Sgt. Cameron Roden said. Sheriff’s deputies, EMTs and members of the local search and rescue team responded to the call-out for the injured hiker.
“They were able to employ the amazing resources of an AirMed helicopter and the helicopter from the Utah Department of Public Safety,” Millard County Sheriff's Office said on social media. “AirMed was able to drop a flight nurse near the patient to begin administering medical aid, then the DPS aircrew was able to use a hoist to bring in additional help, and eventually lift the patient out to the waiting EMTs and search and rescue.”
The Sheriff’s Office said this rescue served to “highlight what an amazing resource our search and rescue members are. They are volunteers who dedicate their time and talents in uncompensated service to our citizens. They show time and time again how fortunate we are to have such amazing partnerships with our communities and when we work together, it is our county that grows greater. Thank you to all who rendered their services!”
Source: www.gephardtdaily.com
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Dutch National Police Host TFO Training Course Following PAvCon
The Dutch National Police hosted a two-day Tactical Flight Officer course conducted by Phil Cady of Tactical Flying at the Queen Maxima Barracks located at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Course organizer Harald Brink reported that there were attendees not only from the Netherlands, but also from Denmark, Sweden, Germany, Belgium, Ireland, Switzerland and Spain. Dutch attendees included military police TFOs, K9 handlers, dispatchers and the police UAV units. This event followed another successful police aviation event for European airborne law enforcement units, PAvCon 2022, which was held in Weiner Neustadt, Austria last month.
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New Zealand Judge Sentences Man for Laser Strike
A New Zealand man who shone laser at rescue helicopter on life-saving mission says he thought it was a drone. The Otago Regional Rescue aircrew was enroute to an area hospital. The police summary of facts said the man shone a laser into the cockpit for 10 to 15 seconds. The pilot was able to pinpoint the address of the property the laser came from. The man told police he thought he was shining a laser at a drone or a satellite, and did not realize the seriousness of the incident.
The 33-year-old admitted to a charge of endangering transport, which carries a maximum penalty of 14 years jail time. The harsh penalty for is due to the serious consequences the community faced if a pilot was rendered blind by such an incident.
“They can cause immeasurable harm,” Judge Robinson said of the use of lasers. “It is serious. It is absolutely unacceptable,” the judge continued when sentencing the man to nine months of intensive supervision and 100 hours of community work.
Source: www.stuff.co.nz
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Drones Bring 5G Connectivity to First Responders
Drones that fly during disasters are getting 5G-network technology that should make them more effective for the public and first responders. Over the past few years, AT&T has stabilized coverage at disaster sites by driving in trucks called COWs, or cell on wheels. It later expanded the approach with a fleet of flying COWs, or cell on wings, which provide network service to larger areas. Last month, AT&T began testing its first 5G-equipped flying COWs so its aerial networks ultimately can connect to more people and devices. AT&T runs the network behind FirstNet, a service for first responders like police and fire crews.
As there is more extreme weather, the chances a network could go down rise along with the likelihood of wildfires, hurricanes, flooding and other problems that wreck conventional communications just when needed most. These COWs become a lifeline. AT&T has used its flying COWs after real disasters, notably hurricanes like Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico in 2017 and Hurricane Florence in North Carolina in 2018. When the Category 4 Hurricane Michael struck Florida in 2018, flying COWs provided network connections to first responders looking for survivors.
Other carriers are investing to prepare for disasters, too, for example by staging network equipment ahead of time when hurricanes are coming. Verizon in 2021 showed off Thor, a hulking truck that's a mobile 5G base station. And T-Mobile has its own portable network vehicles, satellite cells on wheels and satellite cells on light trucks. It's also hardening its networks and adding more backup generators in case of power loss.
Source: www.cnet.com
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MSP Aviation Command Troop Celebrates 45th Anniversary
The Ocean City Fire Department hosted a celebration last month in honor of a milestone for Maryland State Police Aviation Command Trooper 4. It’s been 45 years since the agency’s first medevac. The public event held included an aircraft on display, police and fire trucks to explore, and many live demonstrations.
The community learned more about MSP’s multi-mission platform, from investigating traffic accidents to search and rescue missions. “I’ve been doing this job for 23 years and I’m never not excited. All of our units are an asset in one way or another, whether it’s the sheriff’s office, dive team, k-9, or fire marshals. They all have their own specialties and it’s great to see them all here together,” Corporal Gregory Melvin said.
Source: wmdt.com
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Air Beat Would Like To Feature Your Aviation Unit
Most articles you read in APSA’s Air Beat magazine come from members like you. With the help of our editorial staff, it’s easy to spotlight the great work of your aviation unit with an article in Air Beat. (It’s our editor’s job to make you look good, so don’t worry if you’re not a writer.) Whether your missions involve law enforcement, emergency medical transport, natural resource conservation, firefighting, or search and rescue, or if you operate helicopters, fixed-wing or unmanned platforms, we’d love to hear from you. Email us at airbeat@publicsafetyaviation.org for information.
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APSA Welcomes New Members
APSA’s networking, education and training opportunities are unique and specialized for public safety aviation. Let your colleagues and friends know about APSA. Thank you for your membership and helping APSA continue to grow. We would like to welcome the following corporate and individual members who joined during June 2022:
Corporate Members: 
LogisticsMRO, Inc.
New Mexico Tech | Energetic Materials Research and Testing Center
Midwest Aerospace Ltd.
Silvus Technologies
Skydio
Tundra Drone AS
Individual Members:
Daryl Allison, FBI Tactical Helicopter Unit (VA)
Peter Arutunian, Los Angeles (CA) Airport Police
Nolan Bailey, Westminster (CO) Fire Department
Joshua Bazinet, Calcasieu Parish (LA) Sheriff's Office
Steve Bennett, Westminster (CO) Fire Department
Chris Bennett, Michigan State Police | Aviation Section
Hunter Bernal, Calcasieu Parish (LA) Sheriff's Office
Richard Blaha, Los Angeles (CA) Airport Police
Brent Bockstadter, Nebraska State Patrol Aviation Support Division
Rodolfo Bojorquez, Los Angeles (CA) Airport Police
Michael Brent, Delaware State Police | Aviation Section Administration
Paul Brodie, Butte County (CA) Sheriff's Office
Richard Bruns, Calcasieu Parish (LA) Sheriff's Office
Nick Bugni, FBI Tactical Helicopter Unit (VA)
Jessica Busse, Yingling Aviation (KS)
Steve Carrozzo, Sacramento County (CA) Sheriff's Office | Air Operations
Steven Casper, El Dorado County (CA) Sheriff's Office | Public Administration
Bartolo Castro, Los Angeles (CA) Airport Police
Osbvao Cervantes, Pasadena (CA) Police Department | Air Operations Section
Marcos Cintron, Mindway (FL)
Darren Clayton, FBI Tactical Helicopter Unit (VA)
Brewer Coburn, NC Army National Guard Counterdrug Program
Aaron Cuddeback, El Dorado County (CA) Sheriff's Office | Public Administration
Chad Davis, Los Angeles (CA) Airport Police
Mark DeBord, Fort Lauderdale (FL) Police
Michael Delatte, St. James Parish (LA) Sheriff's Office
Katharyn Dembowski, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Matthew DePolo, Contra Costa County (CA) Fire Protection Unit
Josh Downs, Omaha (NE) Police Department | Air Support Unit
Justin Dunaway, Emergency Airlift (OR)
Jeff England, Pierce County (WA) Sheriff's Department
Jordan Fachko, Santa Clara (CA) Police Department
Matthew Fezza, Delaware State Police | Aviation Section Administration
Christian Flores, Los Angeles (CA) Airport Police
Miguel Foncerrada, LogisticsMRO, Inc.
Aaron Foote, Alameda County (CA) Sheriff's Office | Oakland
Michael Ford, Calcasieu Parish (LA) Sheriff's Office
Marc Fouasse, RCMP Air Services Branch (ON)
Kevin Fruge, Calcasieu Parish (LA) Sheriff's Office
Matthew Fuqua, Erie County (NY) Sheriff's Office
John Gabrielle, FBI Academy (VA)
Shane Glass, NC Army National Guard Counterdrug Program
Dustin Gomez, Pasadena (CA) Police Department | Air Operations Section
Tyler Goodnough, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Connor Gray, Brevard County (FL) Sheriff's Office | Aviation Unit
Bryan Guzman-Piedra, US ARMY (Veteran)
Chris Hairfield, FBI Tactical Helicopter Unit (VA)
Tyrie Haught, OK Highway Patrol
Brad Heppner, Arizona Department of Public Safety
Ron Johnson, Calcasieu Parish (LA) Sheriff's Office
Victor Juarez, Pasadena (CA) Police Department | Air Operations Section
Matthew Kaski, Jacksonville (FL) Sheriff's Office | Aviation Unit
Mark Koeckritz, Maricopa County (AZ) Sheriff's Office | Aviation Services Division
Matthew Krypel, Erie County (NY) Sheriff's Office
Gary Kutz, Michigan State Police | Aviation Section
Edward Langerveld, Emergency Airlift (OR)
Kevin Lee, FBI Academy (VA)
Ryan Mareno, Calcasieu Parish (LA) Sheriff's Office
Pete Masonis Scott, FBI Tactical Helicopter Unit (VA)
Zachary McFarland, Pasadena (CA) Police Department | Air Operations Section
Leon McInelly, Alaska Department of Public Safety Alaska State Troopers
Jorge Mora Jr, Los Angeles (CA) Airport Police
Bryan Moulton, Riverside (CA) Police Department | Aviation Unit
William Mundy, Sacramento County (CA) Sheriff's Office
Bryce Noonan, Cass County (ND) Sheriff's Office
Christopher Parker, El Dorado County (CA) Sheriff's Office | Public Administration
Matthew Patrick, Los Angeles (CA) Airport Police
Genohed Peralta, Mindway (FL)
Jason Poirier, Mountain View Police Department (CA)
Robert Riley, Kansas City (MO) Police Department
Vince Roddy, Los Angeles (CA) Airport Police
Gerardo Rodriguez, Riverside (CA) Police Department | Aviation Unit
Ryan Rogers, Erie County (NY) Sheriff's Office
Erika Romanowski, Delaware State Police | Aviation Section Administration
Peter Sawyer, Delaware State Police | Aviation Section Administration
Ray Scott, FBI Tactical Helicopter Unit (VA)
Jason Scott, Nebraska State Patrol Aviation Support Division
Charles Scudella, Maricopa County (AZ) Sheriff's Office | Aviation Services Division
Alex Shiluk, SkyIMD, Inc.
Frank Shin, Los Angeles (CA) Airport Police
Eric Shipman, Chicago (IL) Federal Reserve
Cody Soileau, Calcasieu Parish (LA) Sheriff's Office
David Stretch, Tulare County (CA) Sheriff's Department
Lex Sweeney, St. James Parish (LA) Sheriff's Office
Kenneth Swingle, Maricopa County (AZ) Sheriff's Office | Aviation Services Division
Christian Tabor, Calcasieu Parish (LA) Sheriff's Office
Charles Thompson III, NC Army National Guard Counterdrug Program
Niko Thysell, Independent Member
Brian Timmens, Westminster (CO) Fire Department
David Tomalis, Jacksonville (FL) Sheriff's Office | Aviation Unit
Chris Unruh, Los Angeles (CA) Airport Police
Eric Valentine, Kansas City (MO) Police Department
Josiah Warren, Omaha (NE) Police Department | Air Support Unit
Scott Waymire, Maricopa County (AZ) Sheriff's Office | Aviation Services Division
Lee Weller, Delaware State Police | Aviation Section Administration
Ryan Wenger, Sarasota County (FL) Sheriff's Office | Aviation Unit
Michael White, Maricopa County (AZ) Sheriff's Office | Aviation Services Division
Brian Whitehead, Delaware State Police | Aviation Section Administration
Jeffrey Whitemarsh, Delaware State Police | Aviation Section Administration
Brad Woehrlen, Fairfax County (VA) Police Department Helicopter Division
Kenneth Wroten Jr, Los Angeles (CA) Airport Police
Leland Yancey, NC Army National Guard Counterdrug Program
If you know of other public safety aviators or industry-related companies that could benefit by becoming APSA members, please share this link and help our association grow!
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