Guideline

Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Support of Transit Security and Emergency Management

Abstract

This guideline provides information and recommendations to help transit agencies explore and implement the use of unmanned aircraft systems to support transit security and safety.

Document History
Document Number Version Publication Date Publication Related Information
APTA SS-ISS-GL-009-25 Original 06/25/2025 Published Current

Keywords

security, safety, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), unmanned aircraft system (UAS), UASs

Summary

This guideline provides information and recommendations to provide transit agencies information on UAS applications in transit. This document describes UAS applications in the transit environment, UAS limitations and restrictions, technological advancements, and considerations for developing a UAS program and details.

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