The deployment of drones in fire brigades is based on application scenarios and considers the scientific nature of the configuration.
Standing and Large-Scale Deployment Standards
According to the classification of urban fire station construction levels or the standard deployment of elite fire brigades, special operations brigades (and medium-sized units) can be equipped with individual-soldier backpack drones. In addition, some special operations brigades (and medium-sized units) have piloted the world's first ducted fan high-altitude tethered firefighting drone system, "Aoqin." This system consists of a tethered eight-ducted fan flight platform and a fire truck chassis. It is routinely parked on the fire truck and can quickly reach the fire scene with the first wave of combat forces, engaging in high-rise firefighting operations without complex deployment. Some special operations squadrons have deployed large firefighting drones that have passed airworthiness certification, capable of carrying multiple fire extinguishing bombs to deal with special fire scenarios involving hazardous chemicals. Their main function is reconnaissance and short-range patrols, and they are deployed first in emergency response convoys alongside the lead rescue vehicle. Other brigades (and medium-sized units) with heavier firefighting and rescue missions are selected based on the specific conditions of their jurisdiction.
Brigade-Level Equipment Standards
Brigade-level units are primarily equipped with electric aircraft platforms, boasting long cruising ranges. Their primary functions are reconnaissance and auxiliary rescue. During emergency responses, they should deploy with the brigade's full-time command headquarters and undertake reconnaissance and auxiliary rescue missions within the city's jurisdiction and during cross-regional reinforcements. Simultaneously, intelligent firefighting drone systems, such as tethered drones supporting multi-aircraft collaborative operations and possessing autonomous control and decision-making capabilities, are gradually being introduced into brigade-level configurations.
Command-Level Equipment Standards
Command-level units are primarily equipped with fuel-powered drones, with long cruising ranges. Their primary functions are reconnaissance, surveillance, and auxiliary rescue. They deploy with the command headquarters and undertake various missions within the province and during cross-regional reinforcements.
