Analyst's note:  Absolutely thought you'd like to know.  For what is our federal gov't preparing?  What exactly is this all about?  Here are a few related articles:

Drones Over America: What Can They See?

Domestic drones lining up to invade privacy

Drones over U.S. get OK by Congress

US Civilians Are Now Helping Decide Who To Kill With Military Drones

Armed Drones Coming To an American City Near You?

USAF Drone Spy Used by ND Police  

"There are at least 63 active drone sites around the U.S, federal authorities have been forced to reveal following a landmark Freedom of Information lawsuit.

The unmanned planes – some of which may have been designed to kill terror suspects – are being launched from locations in 20 states.

Most of the active drones are deployed from military installations, Aviation Authority [....]