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Rocket One says Tracer Drone won public safety programs across eight agencies

November 11, 2026, 17:06By the AI News Bites Editorial TeamSource: PR Newswire
Rocket One says Tracer Drone won public safety programs across eight agencies
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Rocket One says its recently acquired Tracer Drone Technologies secured public safety program wins across four law enforcement agencies, two sheriff's departments and two fire departments. The work includes fleet additions and support for agencies launching or expanding unmanned aircraft systems programs.

Key points
  • Tracer Drone reported wins across four law enforcement agencies.
  • The announcement also covers two sheriff's departments and two fire departments.
  • Services include FAA Part 107 study assistance and fleet development.
  • Tracer Drone supports turnkey Drone as First Responder systems.
  • Rocket One acquired Tracer Drone Technologies and plans further expansion.

Wins follow Rocket One acquisition

Rocket One, an AI-based semiconductor infrastructure company, announced the customer wins on Nov. 11, 2026. According to the company, Tracer Drone is helping public safety organizations establish new UAS programs, expand existing operations and prepare personnel for deployment.

The programs support missions including interior clearing and search and rescue. Rocket One Chief Executive Officer Robb Knie said, "Tracer Drone is delivering tangible progress following our acquisition, helping law enforcement and fire services build and expand their drone capabilities."

Rocket One said the wins cover a range of public safety customers and provide a foundation for continued growth. The company intends to support agencies from initial program planning through operational deployment and fleet expansion.

Support covers training, fleets and DFR systems

Tracer Drone works with organizations launching their first public safety drone program as well as agencies scaling established fleets. Its services range from FAA Part 107 study assistance to fleet development and turnkey Drone as First Responder systems.

FAA Part 107 study assistance is designed to help prospective remote pilots prepare for the certification exam. Tracer Drone also provides hardware, software, training and technical support, according to Rocket One's company description.

Rocket One said this end-to-end approach addresses equipment needs, pilot preparation and implementation requirements as agencies move toward operational readiness. That places Tracer Drone across several stages of a program, from planning and certification preparation to fleet expansion and deployment.

Rocket One plans to build on agency relationships

Rocket One said it plans to pursue additional agency opportunities and expand Tracer Drone's role in public safety UAS programs. The company also said it wants the unit to remain a resource as agencies' operational needs change.

"Whether an agency is starting its first program or expanding toward Drone as First Responder capabilities, we see opportunities to support its development at each stage," Knie said.

For public safety organizations, the announcement describes a provider that can support both first-time programs and established fleets. For Rocket One, the reported wins extend its portfolio into drone hardware, software, training and technical support through Tracer Drone, alongside its broader focus on artificial intelligence infrastructure, semiconductor technologies, space and defense systems, and autonomous platforms.

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