NYPD Steps up Patrols to Intercept Drones over 2026 US Open

For U.S. Open, NYPD is authorized to take out drones on its own for the first time

The New York Police Department explained its security plans to keep more than a million fans and hundreds of players safe ahead of the U.S. Open.

NYPD ready to take down unauthorized drones over the US Open, a first for local law enforcement nationwide

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NYPD ready to neutralize drones hovering over the US Open – marking a milestone across the country

“I am pleased to announce today that the NYPD now has new independent legal authority to conduct drone mitigation operations at major events when necessary to address unauthorized drone activity,” NYPD top cop Jessica Tisch said.

NYPD authorized to take out rogue drones flying over the U.S. Open

The U.S. Open will be the first time a state or local agency will conduct independent drone mitigation operations at a major public event

NYPD's Jessica Tisch says department will use drone interception technology for the first time to protect the U.S. Open Tennis tournament

Specially trained officers will be at the Flushing Meadows venue to use the technology as part of a massive police presence, the commissioner said.

NYPD steps up patrols to intercept drones over 2026 US Open

As players and coaches prepare for the U.S. Open, the New York Police Department is rolling out an extensive security operation for the tournament, including new authority to counter unauthorized drones.