Cochise County taps Draganfly drones for border security

BISBEE, Ariz. — The Cochise County Sheriff’s Office has announced the launch of a drone pilot program and has selected Draganfly Inc. to support enhanced surveillance and operations along the Southern Border.

Draganfly notes that this initiative aligns with President Donald Trump’s executive order, “Unleashing American Drone Dominance.”

The Cochise County Sheriff’s Office has previously deployed high-resolution camera networks, sensor-integrated mobile units, and ground surveillance radar systems which that have drawn direct praise and high-profile visits from the administration.

“The Southern Border is one of America’s most critical national security frontiers,” said Tim Williams, captain of the Special Operations Division for the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office. “Our organization has always been committed to leveraging the best tools available. With Draganfly as our drone partner, we’re entering the next phase of smart border enforcement. Their North American and U.S.-built systems will enhance our ability to protect communities, manage humanitarian concerns, and respond rapidly to evolving threats.”

Under this new pilot program, the department will deploy the Draganfly Family of Drones, which includes long-endurance fixed-wing UAVs for extended border surveillance, AI-enhanced quadcopters for quick-response missions, and thermal imaging drones to assist in search-and-rescue and nighttime operations.

“We are honored to be working with Cochise County Sheriff’s Office for this historic program,” said Cameron Chell, CEO of Draganfly. “Their team represents some of the best of American law enforcement; innovation-focused, community-minded, and mission-ready. This project embodies the spirit of President Trump’s executive order and sets a gold standard for how drone technology should be used to secure national borders.”