Summary: Today marks a major milestone for AeroDefense - we’re celebrating 10 years of innovation, growth, and dedication to safeguarding the skies!
When AeroDefense was founded in 2015, the drone landscape looked very different. Drones were just beginning to capture public attention, but their potential risks to public safety, security, and critical infrastructure were already clear. From the very beginning, our mission has been simple yet powerful: provide organizations with the real-time airspace awareness they need to detect and respond to drones with confidence.
From Vision to Reality
Over the past decade, we’ve transformed that vision into a reality. Our drone detection systems have become trusted across stadiums, correctional facilities, military installations, critical infrastructure, and more - helping operators quickly identify drones, locate pilots, and maintain situational awareness when it matters most.
But our story is about more than technology. It’s about people. It’s about the customers who trust us, the partners who collaborate with us, and the team that continues to push boundaries in engineering, wireless communications, AI, and radio frequency. Together, we’ve built solutions that not only meet today’s challenges but anticipate tomorrow’s.
A Decade of Milestones
In 10 years, AeroDefense has:
- Earned SAFETY Act Recognition from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, becoming the first drone detection vendor to do so.
- Secured multiple SBIR contracts from the Department of Defense to advance next-generation dual-use technologies.
- Expanded our intellectual property with six patents across the U.S. and Canada.
- Introduced AirWarden® Essentials - an affordable, scalable solution that makes real-time drone detection accessible to organizations of all sizes.
Every one of these achievements reflects our commitment to innovation and our belief that airspace awareness solutions should be both easy to use, accessible, and effective.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Airspace Awareness
As drone technology becomes more advanced and accessible, the potential risks to public safety and critical infrastructure are also increasing. The way forward is not about dramatic counter-drone measures, but about smarter, information-led strategies. Distinguishing friendly drones from unauthorized ones, locating the operator, and understanding intent will remain central to ensuring safety and accountability.
Even if the legal landscape changes in the future, responsibility for the outcomes of any actions will always follow those with authority. That makes reliable detection and accurate identification the foundation of sustainable drone security.
Looking ahead, AeroDefense remains focused on knowledge-driven strategies that distinguish authorized drones from unauthorized ones, accurately locate operators, and empower organizations to respond confidently and within the law. As Linda Ziemba, our CEO, states:
“Our vision for the next decade is clear: to continue shaping the future of airspace awareness. We will keep investing in technology, expanding our partnerships, and staying ahead of the threats that challenge organizations and communities.”
With this approach, AeroDefense continues to combine technology, insight, and collaboration to meet the evolving challenges of airspace security.
A Thank You to Our Community
This milestone isn’t just ours - it belongs to everyone who has been part of the journey. To our customers, partners, and team: thank you for your trust, collaboration, and dedication.
Here’s to the next decade of protecting the skies, together!
To celebrate this milestone, we’ve also published a press release reflecting on our 10-year journey and the innovations that keep us moving forward.
Check it out here.
AeroDefense FAQs
How long has AeroDefense been in business?
Founded in 2015, AeroDefense has led the way in airspace security. AirWarden® was first deployed in 2017, and our solutions have since been trusted nationwide by public safety agencies, event venues, critical infrastructure operators, correctional facilities, and the military.
What are AeroDefense Drone Detection Solutions?
AeroDefense offers two AirWarden® solutions:
- AirWarden Essentials - uses Remote ID to locate drones and pilots, providing fast, affordable airspace awareness.
- AirWarden Spectrum - detects both Remote ID-compliant and non-compliant drones, ideal for high-security environments.
Are AeroDefense Drone Detection Solutions legal?
Yes. AeroDefense uses fully legal detection methods:
- Remote ID reception, which collects publicly available broadcasts required by the FAA.
- Spectrum sensing, which detects RF emissions without interception or jamming.
Both methods adhere strictly to federal standards, are effective and permissible, making AirWarden safe for immediate use by public and private organizations.
Why should I choose AeroDefense drone detection solutions?
AeroDefense provides industry-leading drone detection that is:
- Affordable and comprehensive
- Easy to deploy and operate
- Scalable for any size facility
- Does not require federal waivers to operate
- Made in the USA, with full support and development domestically
What is the detection range of AirWarden?
- AirWarden Essentials covers 100km² or more of detection coverage area per site for a vast majority of locations
- Airwarden Spectrum covers 1-2km beyond a sensor network perimeter