SwellPro Drone Helped Andrew Smith Save Life In The Ocean

May 15, 2025

Pensacola beach, Florida, USA

Andrew Smith, a shark fisherman, used his SwellPro Fisherman Max FD2 drone to fly a flotation device to a teenage girl caught in a dangerous rip current — helping her stay afloat until emergency responders arrived and safely brought her back to shore.

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AS SEEN ON

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SwellPro Don't Just Search
We Help Save Lives

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Payload Release System

Precisely deliver life-saving gear such as flotation devices, rescue lines, or emergency supplies directly to people in distress.

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Rapid Deployment

Ready to fly under a minute with quick assembly, no calibration needed, fast GPS lock.

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Versatile Payload Options

One single flight platform supports thermal cameras, spotlights, loudspeakers and more payloads for multi-function missions.

Watch How SwellPro SplashDrone 4 Supports Emergency Responders in Rescue Simulations  

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