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The scope of these surveillance flights encompasses Texas, Arizona, California, and even loops around Mexico's Baja Peninsula, highlighting an unprecedented level of scrutiny. The aircraft’s capabilities—powerful radar systems, signal interception, and high-altitude imagery—are designed to collect intelligence beyond traditional law enforcement scope, suggesting a strategic shift toward more active intelligence gathering. Some officials speculate that these operations aim to assist Mexican forces in targeting cartels more effectively, especially as Mexico deploys 10,000 troops to its northern border as part of "Operation Frontera Norte." This joint effort was reportedly a quid pro quo with the U.S., linked to President Trump's earlier warning of tariffs.