Global Public Safety Drone Market Size Study & Forecast, by Type, Platform, Application, Mode of Operation, and Regional Forecasts 2025-2035

Description

The Global Public Safety Drone Market is estimated to be valued at approximately USD 1.24 billion in 2024 and is poised to experience a robust expansion at a CAGR of 13.00% over the forecast period from 2025 to 2035. Public safety drones, which were once niche tools in emergency response, have now evolved into indispensable assets deployed across fire, law enforcement, disaster management, and border surveillance operations. These aerial systems provide real-time situational awareness, thermal imaging, night-vision capabilities, and high-definition video relay-transforming the way emergency responders assess and act during crises. As governments across the globe actively pursue strategies to modernize public safety infrastructure, the adoption of drones has skyrocketed, offering operational agility, cost efficiency, and strategic intelligence.

Rising geopolitical tensions, increasing frequency of natural disasters, and growing urban population densities are collectively propelling the demand for advanced aerial surveillance solutions. Public safety agencies are increasingly integrating drones into daily operations for mission-critical tasks such as crowd monitoring, perimeter surveillance, and rapid assessment during fires or floods. Rotary-wing drones remain the most widely adopted due to their maneuverability in confined urban zones, while fixed-wing and hybrid models are gaining ground for long-endurance missions such as border patrolling and search-and-rescue over challenging terrains. Moreover, the proliferation of AI-enabled analytics and real-time data transmission via 5G networks is further amplifying drone utility across a spectrum of public safety applications.

Regionally, North America commands a dominant share, driven by extensive funding in homeland security initiatives, early adoption of drone-based technologies, and an established framework for UAV regulation. The United States, in particular, has spearheaded efforts in integrating drones into police departments and disaster relief programs. Europe follows suit, fueled by cross-border cooperation projects and smart city deployments across Germany, France, and the UK. Meanwhile, Asia Pacific is projected to register the fastest growth over the forecast horizon, spurred by expanding infrastructure needs, increasing susceptibility to climate-induced disasters, and supportive drone-friendly policies across nations such as China, India, and Japan. Latin America and the Middle East & Africa, though nascent in adoption, are witnessing rising interest in leveraging drones to compensate for logistical limitations and enhance national security capabilities.

Major market player included in this report are:

DJI
Parrot Drones SAS
Teledyne FLIR LLC
Skydio, Inc.
Lockheed Martin Corporation
AeroVironment, Inc.
Thales Group
Elbit Systems Ltd.
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Autel Robotics
Yuneec International
Draganfly Inc.
Quantum Systems GmbH
Teal Drones Inc.
EHang Holdings Ltd.

Global Public Safety Drone Market Report Scope:

Historical Data - 2023, 2024
Base Year for Estimation - 2024
Forecast period - 2025-2035
Report Coverage - Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
Regional Scope - North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
Customization Scope - Free report customization (equivalent up to 8 analysts' working hours) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional & segment scope*

The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players. The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:

By Type:

Rotary Wing
Fixed Wing
Hybrid

By Platform:

Micro
Small

By Application:

Police Operations & Investigations
Firefighting & Disaster Management
Border Management
Others

By Mode of Operation:

Autonomous
Semi-Autonomous
Manual

By Region:

North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Middle East & Africa
UAE
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa

Key Takeaways:

Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.

Chapter 1. Global Public Safety Drone Market Report Scope & Methodology

1.1 Research Objective
1.2 Research Methodology
- 1.2.1 Forecast Model
- 1.2.2 Desk Research
- 1.2.3 Top-Down and Bottom-Up Approach
1.3 Research Attributes
1.4 Scope of the Study
- 1.4.1 Market Definition
- 1.4.2 Market Segmentation
1.5 Research Assumptions
- 1.5.1 Inclusion & Exclusion
- 1.5.2 Limitations
- 1.5.3 Years Considered for the Study

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

2.1 CEO/CXO Standpoint
2.2 Strategic Insights
2.3 ESG Analysis
2.4 Key Findings

Chapter 3. Global Public Safety Drone Market Forces Analysis

3.1 Market Forces Shaping the Global Public Safety Drone Market 2024-2035
3.2 Drivers
- 3.2.1 Rising Demand for Real-Time Situational Awareness
- 3.2.2 Integration of AI and 5G for Enhanced Data Analytics
3.3 Restraints
- 3.3.1 Regulatory Hurdles and Airspace Restrictions
- 3.3.2 Concerns Over Privacy and Public Acceptance
3.4 Opportunities
- 3.4.1 Expansion of Autonomous and Beyond-Visual-Line-of-Sight (BVLOS) Operations
- 3.4.2 Increased Funding for Disaster Management and Border Security

Chapter 4. Global Public Safety Drone Industry Analysis

4.1 Porter's Five Forces Model
- 4.1.1 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 4.1.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.1.3 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.1.4 Threat of Substitutes
- 4.1.5 Competitive Rivalry
4.2 Porter's Five Forces Forecast Model 2024-2035
4.3 PESTEL Analysis
- 4.3.1 Political
- 4.3.2 Economic
- 4.3.3 Social
- 4.3.4 Technological
- 4.3.5 Environmental
- 4.3.6 Legal
4.4 Top Investment Opportunities
4.5 Top Winning Strategies 2025
4.6 Market Share Analysis 2024-2025
4.7 Global Pricing Analysis and Trends 2025
4.8 Analyst Recommendations & Conclusion

Chapter 5. Global Public Safety Drone Market Size & Forecasts by Type 2025-2035

5.1 Market Overview
5.2 Market Performance - Potential Analysis 2025
5.3 Rotary Wing
- 5.3.1 Top Countries Breakdown - Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.3.2 Market-Size Analysis by Region, 2025-2035
5.4 Fixed Wing
- 5.4.1 Top Countries Breakdown - Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.4.2 Market-Size Analysis by Region, 2025-2035
5.5 Hybrid
- 5.5.1 Top Countries Breakdown - Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.5.2 Market-Size Analysis by Region, 2025-2035

Chapter 6. Global Public Safety Drone Market Size & Forecasts by Platform 2025-2035

6.1 Market Overview
6.2 Market Performance - Potential Analysis 2025
6.3 Micro
- 6.3.1 Top Countries Breakdown - Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 6.3.2 Market-Size Analysis by Region, 2025-2035
6.4 Small
- 6.4.1 Top Countries Breakdown - Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 6.4.2 Market-Size Analysis by Region, 2025-2035

Chapter 7. Global Public Safety Drone Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2025-2035

7.1 Market Overview
7.2 Market Performance - Potential Analysis 2025
7.3 Police Operations & Investigations
- 7.3.1 Top Countries Breakdown - Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 7.3.2 Market-Size Analysis by Region, 2025-2035
7.4 Firefighting & Disaster Management
- 7.4.1 Top Countries Breakdown - Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 7.4.2 Market-Size Analysis by Region, 2025-2035
7.5 Border Management
- 7.5.1 Top Countries Breakdown - Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 7.5.2 Market-Size Analysis by Region, 2025-2035
7.6 Others
- 7.6.1 Top Countries Breakdown - Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 7.6.2 Market-Size Analysis by Region, 2025-2035

Chapter 8. Global Public Safety Drone Market Size & Forecasts by Mode of Operation 2025-2035

8.1 Market Overview
8.2 Market Performance - Potential Analysis 2025
8.3 Autonomous
- 8.3.1 Top Countries Breakdown - Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 8.3.2 Market-Size Analysis by Region, 2025-2035
8.4 Semi-Autonomous
- 8.4.1 Top Countries Breakdown - Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 8.4.2 Market-Size Analysis by Region, 2025-2035
8.5 Manual
- 8.5.1 Top Countries Breakdown - Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 8.5.2 Market-Size Analysis by Region, 2025-2035

Chapter 9. Global Public Safety Drone Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2025-2035

9.1 Regional Market Snapshot
9.2 Top Leading & Emerging Countries
9.3 North America
- 9.3.1 U.S. - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.3.2 Canada - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
9.4 Europe
- 9.4.1 UK - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.4.2 Germany - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.4.3 France - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.4.4 Spain - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.4.5 Italy - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.4.6 Rest of Europe - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
9.5 Asia Pacific
- 9.5.1 China - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.5.2 India - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.5.3 Japan - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.5.4 Australia - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.5.5 South Korea - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.5.6 Rest of Asia Pacific - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
9.6 Latin America
- 9.6.1 Brazil - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.6.2 Mexico - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
9.7 Middle East & Africa
- 9.7.1 UAE - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.7.2 Saudi Arabia - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.7.3 South Africa - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 9.7.4 Rest of MEA - Segment Breakdown, 2025-2035

Chapter 10. Competitive Intelligence

10.1 Top Market Strategies
10.2 DJI
- 10.2.1 Company Overview
- 10.2.2 Key Executives
- 10.2.3 Company Snapshot
- 10.2.4 Financial Performance (Subject to Data Availability)
- 10.2.5 Product/Services Portfolio
- 10.2.6 Recent Developments
- 10.2.7 Market Strategies
- 10.2.8 SWOT Analysis
10.3 Parrot Drones SAS
10.4 Teledyne FLIR LLC
10.5 Skydio, Inc.
10.6 Lockheed Martin Corporation
10.7 AeroVironment, Inc.
10.8 Thales Group
10.9 Elbit Systems Ltd.
10.10 Northrop Grumman Corporation
10.11 Autel Robotics
10.12 Yuneec International
10.13 Draganfly Inc.
10.14 Quantum Systems GmbH
10.15 Teal Drones Inc.
10.16 EHang Holdings Ltd.