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U.S. Defense Officials Alarmed by Over 1,000 Monthly Drone Incursions at Southern Border

Efforts to address the growing threat of unmanned aircraft systems used by traffickers are underway, with radar adjustments improving domain awareness.

Overview

  • Over 1,000 unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) incursions occur monthly along the U.S.-Mexico border, alarming U.S. defense officials.
  • The exact number of UAS incursions is unknown, but estimates suggest it could be in the thousands.
  • UAS incursions are utilized by drug and human traffickers to facilitate illegal operations, posing a potential threat to national security.
  • Efforts to standardize procedures for addressing UAS threats over military installations are underway, with NORAD and Northcom playing key roles.
  • Adjustments to radar sensitivity have improved domain awareness following the high-altitude Chinese balloon incursion in early 2023.