Widespread drone use began in 2006 when the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency introduced UAVs to monitor the U.S. and Mexico border.
In late 2012, 3D Robotics, Inc. started off specializing in hobbyist personal drones for aerial photography, film companies, construction, utilities, telecom and public safety applications.u00a0nu00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0n
In late 2013, Amazon (-1:07) announced a plan to use commercial drones for delivery activities and in December 2016, Amazon delivered its first Prime Air package in Cambridge, England.
UAV operations by Fire Services
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Fields of operation:
nn- Reconnaissance and command; n- Situation report; n- Documentation; n- Illumination; n- Search for persons; n- Hazardous substance measurement