SPECIAL OPERATIONS DIVISION

The Special Operations Division, is the newest patch sanctioned by the NYPD. The Special Operations Division is responsible for the daily operations of several NYPD specialty unit such as Harbor Patrol, Highway Patrol, Aviation, and Emergency Service. All requests (except in the case of an emergency) for these units must be placed through the Special Operation Division. Patrol units can request these specialized units to subsidize and enhance their presence at a demonstration, or when a warrant or drug bust is being conducted. Members of the NYPD patrol force can also request to ride with an Aviation Unit during a patrol flight. If a precinct needs aerial photographs of a location within their command, they can request the services of Aviation as well.

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