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Barksdale AFB · Barksdale AFB Drone Activity (March 2026)

This archive contains CAD (Computer-Aided Dispatch) records obtained through public records request documenting multi-day drone-related activity near Barksdale Air Force Base between March 9 and March 12, 2026.

On March 9, CAD entries document post-restriction monitoring near the base, followed later by escalation involving multiple responding units and references to Homeland Security and Air Force Office of Special Investigations (OSI).

Subsequent entries that evening include unit activity labeled "HUNTING DRONES," indicating active efforts to locate or track reported aerial objects, followed by multiple coordinated area checks across different locations described as being conducted "in relation to drones."

A March 10 entry originating from Barksdale Air Force Base describes a drone approximately 1,500 feet in altitude moving east of the base toward Haughton, with detection noted as occurring "with a system, not with eyes," and uncertainty regarding visible lighting.

A later entry dated March 12 documents continued on-base activity classified as "ASSIST W/ DRONES," with units remaining active for several hours and CAD logs including references to drone-related operational tracking.

Taken together, these records document a sequence of events including initial reports, escalation, active search efforts, follow-up area sweeps, and continued activity across multiple days in the vicinity of Barksdale Air Force Base.

Source: Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office (BPSO)

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This packet contains primary materials released by the originating agency or compiled in the source file. Items are preserved in their released form, including redactions where applicable.

Barksdale AFB Public Affairs Statement (2026-04-22)

Source: Barksdale AFB Public Affairs

“Due to installation and operations security, we are not providing details about the drone incidents. We are working closely with federal and local law enforcement agencies to investigate these incursions. Flying a drone over a military installation is not only a safety issue, it is a criminal offense under federal law. The security of our installation and the safety of our people are top priorities. We will continue to vigilantly monitor our airspace.”

Statement reproduced as received.