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title: "Critical Infrastructure"
url: https://aerodefense.tech/use-cases/critical-infrastructure-drone-detection/
date: 2024-10-10
modified: 2025-07-24
author: "Z Gao"
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lang: en
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# Critical Infrastructure

# CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURECritical Infrastructure Drone Detection

Protect critical infrastructure with AirWarden, a reliable solution for real-time drone detection

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## The Problem

Drones can easily bypass traditional perimeter security measures at critical infrastructure sites. They have the ability to spy, disrupt, or damage operations, which poses a threat to safety and security.

Without a way to find unauthorized drone pilots, critical infrastructure sites are left vulnerable and powerless to effectively respond to potential threats, leaving security gaps that could be exploited.

## The Solution

A critical infrastructure drone detection system that locates both drone and pilot simultaneously is crucial because it enables quick intervention to prevent potential threats from escalating.

By pinpointing the pilot’s location, security teams can force unauthorized pilots to land their drone to ensure the safety of sensitive operations.

A drone detection system at critical infrastructure can identify pilots who may be using drones to map the facility, potentially gathering intelligence for a future attack, allowing security to intervene before the threat materializes.

## (https://aerodefense.tech/dhs-safety-act-designation/)

The AirWarden critical infrastructure drone detection system is Designated by the Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act.
AirWarden users receive liability protection in the event of a terror attack.

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## Before an Incident

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AirWarden continuously surveys the environment for drone activity. You’ll receive audio, visual, and text/email alerts as soon as a drone enters your configured alert zone.

With AirWarden, you can monitor from any location, allowing command centers and agencies to efficiently oversee multiple sites.

## During an

Incident

Locate the drone(s) and pilot(s)

The AirWarden critical infrastructure drone detection system simultaneously displays the location of both the drone and its operator.
AirWarden detects drones from a diverse range of manufacturers.

Alert the appropriate personnel

The AirWarden command console provides audible and visual alerts. The system also sends automated text and email notifications to designated users.
Local law enforcement can receive these alerts to facilitate a coordinated response.

## After an Incident

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Drone detection isn’t just for immediate response. Historical reporting allows for the analysis of past incidents, identifies patterns, and improves the ability to predict and prevent future occurrences.

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## Our Differentiators

Locates the drone and pilot simultaneously

Does not require legal waivers to operate

2 x DHS SAFETY Act Designated

Rules-based sharing of drone detection data

Developed and manufactured in the USA

(https://www.aerodefense.tech/home/key-drone-concerns/)

## RESOURCE SPOTLIGHTFree Drone Risk Assessment Template

Assessing the risk and potential financial loss from drone incidents can be challenging. To help, we’ve created a free drone risk assessment template that allows you to estimate your risk exposure, quantify potential losses, and compare these to the cost of investing in drone detection technology.

(https://aerodefense.tech/drone-risk-assessment/)

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## Request a Demo

Critical infrastructure is a prime target for unauthorized drone activity. Schedule a quick demo to see how our affordable drone detection solution gives you real-time airspace awareness—no guesswork, no expensive hardware.