IACLEA Launches National Campus Drone Readiness Program, Selects Draganfly as Strategic Partner
The International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) and Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) have announced the IACLEA National Campus Drone Adoption and Readiness Program, offering U.S. colleges and universities a standardized, association-endorsed framework covering policy governance, training and certification, and equipment support to build compliant campus drone programs addressing threats such as active shooters and rogue drones.
Highlights
- IACLEA and Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) launched the IACLEA National Campus Drone Adoption and Readiness Program on June 25, 2026, targeting colleges and universities across the United States.
- The program is structured around three pillars: FAA-compliant policy and governance, tiered training with Part 107 exam prep and IACLEA-endorsed certification, and Draganfly platform-based equipment selection and support.
- Draganfly was selected through a rigorous, competitive evaluation process, marking the first time IACLEA has offered members a comprehensive, association-endorsed campus drone adoption pathway.
- The initiative addresses escalating campus threats including active shooters, political violence, extreme weather, and malicious drone activity, while aligning with U.S. federal policy encouraging domestically manufactured drone platforms.
- Draganfly has over 25 years of experience as an OEM and technology integrator serving public safety, military, agriculture, and industrial inspection markets.
Orlando, Florida – June 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Award-winning drone systems developer and capabilities integrator Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO; CSE: DPRO; FSE: 3U8) and the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) have jointly announced the launch of the IACLEA National Campus Drone Adoption and Readiness Program, serving colleges and universities across the United States.
Program Background and Objectives
The program is designed to help campus public safety departments establish compliant, trustworthy drone programs that improve response capabilities for critical incidents, enhance day-to-day situational awareness, and build community trust. It also aligns with the U.S. federal government's recent policy direction to expand the domestic drone industry and encourage adoption of secure, domestically manufactured drone platforms.
The Draganfly-IACLEA program provides higher education institutions with a clear, one-stop pathway to integrate drone and counter-drone operations with emerging safety capabilities and threats, while keeping pace with evolving federal and state regulatory requirements.
Leadership Statements
Draganfly CEO Cameron Chell commented: "Campus safety is under unprecedented pressure — active shooters, political violence, extreme weather, and malicious drone activity are no longer abstract risks. At the same time, Washington has sent a clear signal that institutions must rapidly shift to trusted, American-made drone and counter-drone solutions. Through IACLEA's selection of Draganfly, we provide campuses with a practical, fully supported pathway to build drone programs that protect students, respect privacy, and meet new regulatory expectations."
IACLEA Executive Director Paul Cell stated: "Campus leaders have made it very clear: they want the benefits of drone technology without compromising on compliance, privacy, or community trust. This program delivers a standardized, IACLEA-endorsed framework covering policy, training, equipment guidance, and ongoing support — so institutions don't have to figure it out on their own or piece together fragmented solutions. This is a roadmap built for the realities of higher education."
Cell added: "Following a rigorous and highly competitive selection process, IACLEA chose Draganfly as the strategic partner for this program. The company has consistently demonstrated its value to the public safety community and earned the respect and trust of law enforcement agencies and professional police associations across North America. This collaboration is unprecedented for IACLEA — it is the first time the association has offered members a comprehensive, association-endorsed pathway for responsible campus drone adoption. We are proud to partner with an organization that shares our commitment to professionalism, innovation, and public trust."
Three Core Program Pillars
The IACLEA Campus Drone Adoption and Readiness Program (Powered by Draganfly) is built around three core pillars:
1. Policy and Governance
FAA-compliant policies, privacy and data-use guidelines, and a clear governance framework tailored to the campus environment.
2. Training and Certification
A tiered training curriculum ranging from introductory drone concepts and Part 107 exam preparation to advanced campus-specific operations training, with IACLEA-endorsed certification credentials.
3. Equipment and Support
Compliant fleet selection recommendations featuring Draganfly platforms, flexible procurement options, and ongoing technical and operational support.
Full program details, course outlines, and enrollment information will be available at https://draganfly.com/campus-drone/.
About Draganfly
Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO; CSE: DPRO; FSE: 3U8) is a leading provider of premier drone solutions and software, committed to transforming industries and serving stakeholders worldwide. With more than 25 years of innovation and excellence, Draganfly is an award-winning original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and technology integrator serving public safety, civil, military, agriculture, industrial inspection, security, and mapping markets.
About IACLEA
The International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) is the authoritative voice for campus public safety, representing campus police chiefs, public safety directors, officers, and security professionals worldwide. IACLEA provides training, advocacy, standards development, and peer support to strengthen security in higher education institutions.
For more information, visit www.draganfly.com.
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