Rahul Sidhu
@rahoolsidoo
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Turning drones into first responders | Prev: CEO @flyaerodome (acq’d by @flock_safety), CEO @SPIDRTech (acq’d), paramedic, cop, pilot, comedian
Miami, FL
Joined April 2014
Today, we announce the Flock Alpha, the most powerful and fully American-made public safety drone response system ever built. Five years ago, I stood on the rooftop of my police station and imagined this moment. There is no better feeling than seeing a vision come to life (I do
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In America, the average homicide clearance rate outside Las Vegas is <50%. Murderers have a coin flip of getting away with it. Understaffed and inexperienced police forces are part of the cause. Increasing early retirement means we're losing top talent who pass expertise down.
At Flock, our mission is to eliminate crime. We see a long road ahead, but we've already made a difference in communities across the U.S. Alongside @bhorowitz, I sat down with @eriktorenberg to envision what a real national crime-reduction strategy could look like, from
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Oakland debated, and the facts won out. • Fact — after Flock tech was deployed in Oakland in 2024, violent crimes were solved at an increase of +11%. • Fact — Flock tech is instrumental in solving 1 in 10 crimes in Oakland today. • Fact — a coalition including the
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As a cop, I will tell you this uncomfortable truth: When it comes to the death toll of an active shooter event, heroic bystanders often have a much stronger impact than responding officers. This is just a function of right place, right time, right action.
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Nearly a 50% reduction in auto theft. Incredible stats coming out of @SFPD with a fully Flock-equipped Real-Time Investigations Center.
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My favorite part is when he calls out our company by name and complains that he can't do drive-by shootings anymore. Incredible article.
SF rapper Dreamllife Rizzy slams police drones for making life harder for criminals https://t.co/WgdmaDUczm
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Throwback to one of the most unhinged DM requests I’ve ever received
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This is what my Mom thought I was doing on duty all day
I swear if India launched a tourist package where foreigners get to play Indian cops & street law enforcement for a day, their GDP growth would literally go through the roof lol.
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Okay @meetgranola, the 2025 recap is the greatest AI notetaking feature ever developed. Super accurate.
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It has been an honor to be part of @SFPD's journey to become a next-generation policing agency. Great to see the Flock Alpha drone make a cameo behind Mayor @DanielLurie here!
Today, I’m proud to announce that the new @SFPD Real Time Investigation Center is fully renovated, open, and getting work done. RTIC gives officers the tools to act quickly and safely. It brings information together using drone footage and license plate readers to support first
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Most people assume RFPs are unavoidable in government sales. @rahoolsidoo, VP of Aviation at @Flock_Safety shows how startups can win early contracts without them. He explains how this approach helps capture revenue fast and why formal RFPs only become useful as companies scale.
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I actually filmed this podcast in the captain’s quarters of a Spanish galleon on the way to conquer the Caribbean
What happens when AI + robots answer 911 before humans do? That’s not a thought experiment. It’s already happening. When COVID hit, Rahul Sidhu was serving as a reserve commander in LA. His department was down 40% of its force. So he started flying drones himself to 911 calls.
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Today, we announce the Flock Alpha, the most powerful and fully American-made public safety drone response system ever built. Five years ago, I stood on the rooftop of my police station and imagined this moment. There is no better feeling than seeing a vision come to life (I do
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Congrats to @rahoolsidoo & Flock for a huge breakthrough in drones and public safety. Proud @antifundvc @jakepaul backed @FlyAerodome at the earliest stages when this concept was just a twinkle in Rahul’s eyes. 5 years later it’s fully US-made reality 🫡🇺🇸 Build the future!
Today, we announce the Flock Alpha, the most powerful and fully American-made public safety drone response system ever built. Five years ago, I stood on the rooftop of my police station and imagined this moment. There is no better feeling than seeing a vision come to life (I do
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When I invested in Rahul’s company, we often discussed when America would have our own drones. It seemed like a national security risk to be dependent on our adversaries -- especially for first-responder drones. Incredible to see his dream finally come together.
Today, we announce the Flock Alpha, the most powerful and fully American-made public safety drone response system ever built. Five years ago, I stood on the rooftop of my police station and imagined this moment. There is no better feeling than seeing a vision come to life (I do
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Flock Alpha is here. The absolute best DFR drone, manufactured in America. 🇺🇸
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And I have to say it again for the folks in the back. It's made in the United States of America. @Flock_Safety
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All of this is powered by the world's first battery-swapping and contact-charging DFR dock. Your drone lands and is back up in the air in 90 seconds, fully charged.
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Start your day right at the Barista Bar! Expertly brewed artisanal coffee paired with fresh pastries in our cozy haven. Rich flavors, warm vibes, and perfect lattes await.
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Safety is paramount. The Alpha has 4 LTE modems and 15 antennas to ensure that it doesn't lose connectivity, no matter what the altitude is. And did I mention it has a parachute built into the airframe? My fellow Cirrus pilots can appreciate that one!
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