{"id":2388748,"date":"2025-01-10T09:40:01","date_gmt":"2025-01-10T14:40:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/drone-strikes-aircraft-fighting-california-wildfire\/"},"modified":"2025-01-10T09:41:12","modified_gmt":"2025-01-10T14:41:12","slug":"drone-strikes-aircraft-fighting-california-wildfire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/drone-strikes-aircraft-fighting-california-wildfire\/","title":{"rendered":"Drone Strikes Aircraft Fighting California Wildfire"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">12<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fdrone-strikes-aircraft-fighting-california-wildfire%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2388748&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p>A firefighting aircraft \u2063known as a Super Scooper collided with\u2064 a drone while battling teh Palisades \u2064Fires in Los Angeles.The pilot managed \u2064to land safely, but the plane sustained damage, leaving it <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3YuVZYV\">grounded amid\u200d ongoing \u200bfirefighting\u200d efforts<\/a>. The FAA has condemned drone usage in the region, emphasizing that interfering with firefighting operations is a federal offense, punishable by imprisonment\u200c adn hefty fines. The agency has also extended drone restrictions through January 23. The incident highlights the dangers \u2063of drones\u2063 near active wildfires, as they can disrupt aerial\u200b firefighting efforts, perhaps endangering lives and property.Authorities and\u200c <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/elon-musk-immigration-tweet-goes-viral\/\" title=\"Elon Musk&#039;s immigration tweet spreads like wildfire\">social media users alike<\/a> have criticized those flying drones for purposes \u2063such as photography in the fire zones, urging\u2062 them to respect the dangers posed by wildfire conditions.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"readmore\">\n    <button onclick=\"showReadMore()\" id=\"readmorebtn\">Read more&#8230;<\/button>\n<\/p>\n<hr id=\"line\">\n<span id=\"more\"><\/p>\n<p><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><\/p>\n<section> \t\t\t\t<script>console.log(\"ad slot (AC1)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC1)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC2)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC3)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC4)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (REP_0)\")<\/script><\/p>\n<p>An aircraft fighting the Palisades Fires in Los Angeles collided with a drone as the plane was battling one of the blazes, Los Angeles County Fire Department, authorities revealed on Thursday.<\/p>\n<p>The details of the crash remain under investigation, but an official with the FAA <a href=\"https:\/\/www.latimes.com\/california\/story\/2025-01-09\/drone-collides-with-firefighting-aircraft-over-palisades-fire-faa-says\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">confirmed<\/a> to the Los Angeles Times that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/environmentalism-obsessed-la-doesnt-enough-water-fight-fire-effectively\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">firefighting<\/a> aircraft, known as a Super Scooper, did make a safe landing.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;We hit a drone this afternoon,&rdquo; said LAFD Chief Anthony Marrone. &ldquo;Our Super Scooper hit a small drone.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>Marrone did not reveal who was flying the drone but said the device was destroyed.<\/p>\n<p>The plane now has a hole in its wing and is grounded as the fires continue with minimal containment.<\/p>\n<p> <script type=\"text\/javascript\"> \t\t\tif ( getCookie( \"ff_subbed\" ) ) { \t\t\t\tdocument.getElementById(\"stnvideo\").remove() \t\t\t} \t\t<\/script> <\/p>\n<p>The FAA issued a rebuke to those trying to fly drones in the area, according to the Times.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;It&rsquo;s a federal crime, punishable by up to 12 months in prison, to interfere with firefighting efforts on public lands,&rdquo; the agency warned.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;Additionally, the FAA can impose a civil penalty of up to $75,000 against any drone pilot who interferes with wildfire suppression, law enforcement or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-admin-moves-forward-with-controversial-plans-to-terminate-crisis-response-bureau\/\" title=\"Biden Admin Moves Forward With Controversial Plans To Terminate Crisis Response Bureau\">emergency response operations<\/a>,&rdquo; the statement added.<\/p>\n<p>The FAA said in comments provided to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbclosangeles.com\/news\/california-wildfires\/drone-palisades-fire\/3600068\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">KNBC<\/a> in Los Angeles that the agency &ldquo;treats these violations seriously and immediately considers swift enforcement action for these offenses.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;The FAA has not authorized anyone unaffiliated with the Los Angeles firefighting operations to fly drones in the TFRs (temporary flight restrictions),&rdquo; they cautioned.<\/p>\n<p>The limitations on flying drones near the wildfires have been extended through Jan. 23.<\/p>\n<p>The FBI now plans to implement &ldquo;aerial armor&rdquo; in the area to prevent further disruptions from drones, Marrone added.<\/p>\n<p>The Times noted that images posted in several <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/watch-cdc-releases-mask-wearing-psa-with-harry-potter-wonder-woman-pennywise\/\" title=\"WATCH: CDC Releases Mask-Wearing PSA With Harry Potter, Wonder Woman, Pennywise\">social media channels<\/a> indicate that photographers have been flying drones to take pictures of the fires, which have now destroyed over 9,000 structures in the wealthy Pacific Palisades neighborhood.<\/p>\n<p>One photographer d pictures of a destroyed series of homes in that area but was swiftly criticized by fellow commenters, per the Times.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;Please don&rsquo;t fly your drone around active fires, it&rsquo;s dangerous enough as is,&rdquo; one user said.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;Shameful and good to see everyone across social media calling it out,&rdquo; another added. &ldquo;No matter what you delete, the evidence is there.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>It seems like common sense would normally dictate that flying a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/rogue-drones-cause-chaos-christmas-event-leave-7-year-old-boy-seriously-injured\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">drone<\/a> close enough to an airplane trying to handle one of the most severe disasters ever to strike one&rsquo;s city is not the brightest idea.<\/p>\n<p>While drones are becoming more sophisticated and will likely be an increasingly important part of our lives for a very long time, they can still be dangerous or even deadly in the wrong hands.<\/p>\n<p>The planes trying to save <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/la-mayors-stone-faced-response-asked-apologize-residents-triggers-outrage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Los Angeles<\/a> are likely maneuvering unpredictably, meaning that approaching or disturbing them in any way could prompt danger to the aircraft, the pilot, and the city as a whole as the crisis continues.<\/p>\n<p>It is best not to interfere with their work.<\/p>\n<p>Just let them do their jobs.<\/p>\n<div style=\"position: relative;\">\n<div class=\"ff-fancy-header-container\"> \t\t\t \t<\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-submit-correction inner-content\">\n<div class=\"correction-form\">\n<form style=\"display: none;\">\n<div class=\"sc-name-field\"> \t\t\t\t\t\t<label>* Name<\/label> \t\t\t\t\t\t<br \/> \t\t\t\t\t\t<input type=\"text\" name=\"name\" required> \t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc--field\"> \t\t\t\t\t\t<label>* <\/label> \t\t\t\t\t\t<br \/> \t\t\t\t\t\t<input type=\"text\" name=\"\" required> \t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p> \t\t\t\t\t<label>* Message<\/label> \t\t\t\t\t<br \/> \t\t\t\t\t<textarea name=\"message\" required><\/textarea> \t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<div class=\"required-message\" style=\"display: none; 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The specifics of the incident are still being investigated, but an FAA official confirmed to the Los Angeles Times that the firefighting plane, a Super Scooper, landed safely. LAFD Chief Anthony Marrone stated, &#8220;We hit a drone this afternoon,&#8221; noting that while he did not disclose who operated the drone, it was destroyed in the collision. The plane sustained damage to its wing and is currently grounded as efforts continue to manage the fires with limited containment.<\/p>\n<p>The FAA has issued warnings against flying drones in this area. They emphasized that interfering with firefighting operations on public lands is a federal offense that could lead to up to 12 months in prison and civil penalties of up to $75,000 for violators. The agency takes these violations seriously and may pursue swift enforcement actions. They also clarified that no unauthorized individuals are permitted to operate drones within temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) around wildfire zones; these restrictions have been extended until January 23.<\/p>\n<p>In response to ongoing disruptions from drones, FBI plans include deploying &#8220;aerial armor&#8221; in affected areas. Social media posts have shown photographers using drones for images of wildfires that have devastated over 9,000 structures in Pacific Palisades; some users criticized this behavior as reckless and dangerous.<\/p>\n<p>It seems evident that flying a drone near aircraft engaged in critical emergency operations poses significant risks not only to those involved but also potentially endangers public safety during such crises. It\u2019s crucial not to interfere with their vital work\u2014let them focus on their mission without distractions<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2388749,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/cali-2.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[8415,38144,36211,48261,48127],"class_list":["post-2388748","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tag-aircraft","tag-aviation-safety","tag-california-wildfire","tag-drone-strikes","tag-firefighting"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/cali-2.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2388748","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2388748"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2388748\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2388752,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2388748\/revisions\/2388752"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2388749"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2388748"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2388748"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2388748"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}