As the need for advancements in counter-drone technology becomes increasingly more evident, the southern border has undoubtedly emerged as a critical testing ground for the evolving challenges posed by small, unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS).
A joint order from the Departments of Transportation, Defense, and Homeland Security now restricts all unauthorized drone operations within 1.15 miles of the U.S.-Mexico border, imposing a 400-foot altitude ceiling effective October 2026 through October 2027. The measure responds to escalating cartel drone activity threatening border security operations.
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