BRINC Partners with National League of Cities to Deploy Drones as First Responders Nationwide
Drone public-safety technology company BRINC has announced the launch of the BRINC–NLC Drone as First Responder (DFR) Program in partnership with the National League of Cities (NLC). Billed as the first national program of its kind in the United States, the initiative helps cities, towns, and villages deploy drones to 911 call scenes to improve emergency response speed, enhance situational awareness, and strengthen community safety.
Highlights
- BRINC and the National League of Cities launched the first national Drone as First Responder (DFR) program in the U.S., designed to deploy drones to 911 scenes within seconds of a call.
- BRINC is the largest U.S. drone manufacturer focused on public safety, with systems active in more than 900 agencies across all 50 states.
- BRINC becomes NLC's exclusive drone partner, giving NLC's member municipalities representing over 200 million people access to DFR implementation guidance and best practices.
- All BRINC drone systems are NDAA-compliant and manufactured domestically under a vertically integrated supply chain.
- The program's goal is to make DFR a standard element of modern emergency response infrastructure in American cities and towns.
BRINC Partners with National League of Cities to Roll Out Drone as First Responder Program Nationwide
Drone public-safety technology company BRINC has officially launched the BRINC–NLC Drone as First Responder (DFR) Program, the first national initiative in the United States purpose-built to help cities, towns, and villages deploy drones to 911 call scenes. The program aims to accelerate emergency response times, enhance on-scene situational awareness, and support community safety.
What Is a Drone as First Responder Program?
A Drone as First Responder (DFR) program deploys drones from strategically positioned charging docks, enabling them to arrive on scene within seconds of a service call—often before ground-based first responders. Upon arrival, the drone delivers live aerial video, two-way communication, and real-time intelligence to dispatchers and responding officers, improving safety and helping agencies allocate resources more efficiently.
As cities increasingly prioritize secure, domestically manufactured technology solutions, the BRINC–NLC partnership gives local leaders direct access to expert guidance, implementation support, and proven best practices.
National League of Cities CEO Backs the Initiative
Clarence E. Anthony, CEO and Executive Director of the National League of Cities (NLC), stated: "Local governments serve residents every day using practical, proven tools that help first responders do their jobs safely and effectively. NLC's partnership with BRINC ensures our members have access to trusted information and leading technology as they explore drone as first responder programs for their communities."
BRINC: America's Largest Public-Safety Drone Manufacturer
BRINC is the largest drone manufacturer in the United States focused exclusively on the public-safety sector. Its systems are actively deployed across more than 900 law enforcement and fire agencies in all 50 states. Headquartered in Seattle, the company designs and manufactures drone systems compliant with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), supporting domestic supply-chain resilience and secure mission execution.
BRINC Founder and CEO Blake Resnick said: "We are proud to partner with the National League of Cities to support local leaders evaluating DFR programs. Our mission is straightforward: build reliable, American-made drone systems that help first responders save lives. Working with NLC allows us to directly support the mayors, city managers, and public-safety leaders on the front lines of emergency response."
Program Highlights
Under the BRINC–NLC Drone as First Responder Program, BRINC will serve as NLC's exclusive drone partner, assisting municipalities across the country in launching DFR initiatives. The collaboration centers on education, direct member engagement, and coordination with local leaders to accelerate the safe and responsible adoption of DFR technology nationwide. Both NLC and BRINC share the goal of making DFR a standard component of modern emergency response infrastructure in American cities and towns.
For more information about the BRINC–NLC Drone as First Responder Program, visit: https://www.nlc.org/partner/brinc/
About the National League of Cities (NLC)
The National League of Cities is the voice of America's cities, towns, and villages, representing more than 200 million people. NLC works to strengthen local leadership, influence federal policy, and advance innovative solutions.
About BRINC
BRINC is a U.S. technology developer serving public safety, building an ecosystem of connected tools centered on saving lives. The company manufactures its products domestically, co-locating R&D and production under a vertically integrated supply chain. More than 900 public-safety agencies and over 25% of SWAT teams nationwide rely on BRINC products to help resolve dangerous situations and protect lives. The company is backed by leading investors including Sam Altman, Index Ventures, Motorola Solutions, Dylan Field, Elad Gil, Patrick Shanahan, Julius Genachowski, Shyam Sankar, Alexandr Wang, Bradley Tusk, and Jeff Weiner. Learn more at brincdrones.com.
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