Drone use around UVU & Frank Turek's misstatement regarding viewing perceived drone footage on 9/10

Published on December 18, 2025
Duration: 2:42

This video addresses a misconception regarding drone footage at a Turning Point USA event held at UVU. Instructor Gary Melton of Paramount Tactical clarifies that a widely circulated image, initially believed to be drone footage, was actually a wide-angle photograph taken from an elevated walkway. The discussion highlights the importance of accurate visual evidence and understanding drone capabilities and regulations, especially in public spaces.

Quick Summary

Gary Melton of Paramount Tactical clarified that a widely circulated image from a UVU event was a wide-angle photograph, not drone footage. He explained that law enforcement requested a drone survey be grounded despite FAA clearance, leading to the use of an alternative photographic method to document crowd size.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Drone Conspiracy Theories
  2. 00:13UVU Drone Survey Attempt & Law Enforcement Interaction
  3. 01:05Clarification on Frank Turek's Misstatement
  4. 01:36Visual Evidence of 'Drone' Photo Explained
  5. 02:13Conclusion and Transition to Ballistics

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the alleged drone footage at the UVU event?

The footage in question was actually a wide-angle photograph taken from an elevated walkway at a Turning Point USA event, not actual drone footage as some had claimed. This photo was used to showcase the large crowd size.

Why was a drone survey at UVU requested to be grounded?

Despite having FAA clearance, law enforcement requested that the drone survey at UVU be grounded. The team eventually had to fly the drone from off-campus to capture the desired footage.

Who clarified the misconception about drone footage at the UVU event?

Gary Melton, an instructor from Paramount Tactical, clarified the misconception. He explained that Frank Turek had mistakenly identified a photograph as drone footage.

What are the implications of law enforcement requests regarding drone operations?

The incident at UVU suggests that even with FAA authorization, local law enforcement can request drones be grounded. This highlights the need to coordinate with and understand local regulations and requests.

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