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 features Gary Melton of Paramount Tactical clarifying a misstatement by Frank Turek regarding drone footage at an event. Melton explains that what Turek perceived as drone footage was actually a wide-angle photograph taken from an elevated walkway, not from an aerial drone. The discussion also touches upon an attempt to fly a drone at UVU for survey purposes, which was grounded by law enforcement despite FAA clearance.

Quick Summary

Gary Melton of Paramount Tactical clarified that Frank Turek's perceived drone footage of a UVU event was actually a wide-angle photograph taken from an elevated walkway. While attempting a drone survey at UVU, Melton's operation was grounded by law enforcement despite FAA clearance, highlighting potential conflicts between federal regulations and local authority.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Drone Conspiracy Theories
  2. 00:13UVU Drone Survey Attempt & Law Enforcement
  3. 01:05Frank Turek's Misstatement on Drone Footage
  4. 01:36Visual Evidence: Wide-Angle Photo Explained
  5. 02:13Conclusion & Transition to Ballistics

Frequently Asked Questions

What was Frank Turek's misstatement regarding drone footage at the UVU event?

Frank Turek claimed to have seen drone footage of the event. However, Gary Melton clarified that what Turek actually saw was a wide-angle photograph taken from an elevated walkway, not footage captured by a drone.

Was drone use permitted at the UVU event?

Gary Melton attempted to fly a drone at UVU for a survey but was asked by law enforcement to ground it, despite having FAA clearance. They eventually obtained the necessary footage by flying the drone from off-campus.

What is the difference between drone footage and a wide-angle photograph in this context?

Drone footage is captured from an actively flying unmanned aerial vehicle, offering a dynamic aerial perspective. A wide-angle photograph, as seen in this case, is a static image taken from a fixed, elevated position, which can sometimes be mistaken for drone imagery due to its broad field of view.

Who is Gary Melton and what is his expertise?

Gary Melton is an instructor at Paramount Tactical. The host introduces him as an expert in ballistics, and he demonstrates knowledge regarding drone operations and FAA regulations in this segment.

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