Selected news, content, incidents, and information about C-UAS and the counter-drone world, from a D-Fend perspective, based on our vision of enabling a flourishing and secure drone-powered society by safely defending against rogue drone threats.
The University of Alabama selects D-Fend Solutions’ EnforceAir system to protect campus airspace, research infrastructure, and athletic events, highlighting its effectiveness after season-long trials against heavy drone activity.
Deploying EnforceAir, the University has established a pioneer model for higher education airspace security with controlled mitigation capabilities that avoid the risks of kinetic measures or jamming.
The University of Alabama has deployed D-Fend Solutions’ EnforceAir system to manage low-altitude airspace across campus, enhancing daily security and major events such as football games at Bryant-Denny Stadium. The university integrated EnforceAir into its Emergency Operations Center, where it has already detected more than a thousand nearby drones, underscoring the need for proactive, non-disruptive airspace security.
D-Fend Solutions deployed its EnforceAir C-UAS system in support of local police to help secure a 19,000-attendee event, leveraging its non-jamming approach to keep communications and authorized drones operational while safeguarding against rogue drone threats.
D-Fend Solutions’ EnforceAir2 supported public safety operations at Ontario’s Rock the Runway festival, which drew over 25,000 attendees in highly complex airspace, and at the 55th Annual JUNO Awards, with 19,000 attendees inside the venue and thousands more in surrounding areas, providing a common operational picture and real-time airspace awareness for public safety teams.
When tens of thousands of fans gather under one roof, security doesn’t just stop at the doors; it extends to the skies above. That was exactly the case at Canada’s biggest night in music, the JUNO Awards, where a quiet but critical layer of anti-drone protection from D-Fend’s EnforceAir2 counter-drone system was keeping watch overhead.
Most counter‑drone setups still chase dots on a screen. AI–cyber fusion flips the script, orchestrating radar, RF and cyber takeover into true airspace assurance that keeps airports, stadiums and cities moving while threats are handled quietly in the background. This model, embodied by D‑Fend's EnforceAir SmartAir Fusion and EnforceAir PLUS, turns basic detections into nuanced intelligence about who is flying what, from where, and which options are possible for safe, non‑disruptive resolution.
The drone threat to global airports is no longer theoretical—it is an operational and financial reality. From "clueless" hobbyists to malicious actors, a single drone incursion can cause a cascade of disruptions that ripple across entire regions. In this deep dive, Jeffrey Starr highlights why legacy "brute force" methods like jamming or kinetic destruction are unsuitable for the sensitive, dense environments of modern airports.
D-Fend Solutions Partners with Authorities to Secure Ontario Region’s Largest Music Festival from Drone Threats with EnforceAir C-UAS
In partnership with police, airport officials, and event organizers, the counter-drone technology supported uninterrupted safety for over 25,000 attendees during Rock the Runway concert
D-Fend Solutions’ EnforceAir2 has been named 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 by GTSC's Homeland Security Today as part of the inaugural 2026 National Border Security Awards.
This award recognizes a cutting-edge solution that significantly advances border security capabilities. It demonstrates innovation, real-world applicability, and measurable impact.
As HSToday highlighted, EnforceAir2 “directly addresses one of the most urgent and rapidly evolving challenges: the weaponization of drones by criminal and hostile actors.”
EnforceAir2 “introduces a transformative capability—extending border control into the low-altitude airspace domain with precision and reliability.”
Its approach “redefines how agencies secure borders, moving beyond traditional ground and physical barriers to address threats from above in a safe and scalable way.”
Speeding the procurement and deployment of drone and counter‑drone technologies to aim at staying ahead of rapidly evolving threats.
In this episode of the Aerospace & Defense Technology Podcast, D-Fend Solutions’ Jeffrey Starr breaks down new means for advancing counter‑UAS capabilities in civilian airspace, exploring new initiatives in counter‑drone systems to help secure major events.
Sharon Rotman plays a key role in advancing D-Fend Solutions’ mission to deliver safe, effective, and non-disruptive counter-drone capabilities for today’s most complex security environments.
In his position at D-Fend Solutions, Sharon focuses on customer success, helping the company to drive successful product deployment and ensuring that solutions are delivered with the precision and reliability required in mission-critical applications. His work supports the
company’s broader goal of
enabling security agencies and critical infrastructure operators to
maintain operational continuity in the face of evolving drone
threats.
Sharon brings a strong
professional background in tech and engineering, with experience
in fast-paced and highly collaborative environments. He is known
for his attention to detail, cross-functional coordination, and
commitment to excellence, all qualities that are essential for
the broad range of D-Fend customers.
Whether supporting
internal initiatives or contributing to customer-facing efforts,
for Sharon, it’s people that make the difference. “People
drive me, and the people at D-Fend are very friendly,
cooperative, and smart. After many years providing technical
support and services, I still truly enjoy what I
do.”
capability spotlight
Operational Insight Beyond the Moment: EnforceAir Analytics
History: Building Durable Records
Sustained airspace protection relies not only on real-time awareness and high-level summaries, but also on reliable records that can support deeper investigation and long-term learning. In this edition, we focus on the History function and its role in preserving detailed operational data for future use.
The History function provides a rolling log of detected drones, classifications, and actions taken. History data can be exported as CSV files for use with Excel and other business intelligence or investigation tools. By preserving consistent system records, History supports investigations, audits, and external analysis workflows when deeper correlation or archival is required.
Together, these analysis capabilities turn operational activity into institutional knowledge. They strengthen understanding and enable organizations to continuously refine their airspace protection posture as threats, environments, and requirements evolve.
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