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Drone Rules in Salt Lake City, UT (2026)

1 verified drone rules for Salt Lake City, Utah, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Airport Proximity Rules

Flying a drone on or near Salt Lake City's Airport System is prohibited unless the Airport Director gives express written approval in advance, a rule that covers the airport grounds and its controlled properties alike.

Salt Lake City Drone Flying Near Airport

Significant Restrictions

Salt Lake City Code § 16.10.140

No person shall fly any model or remote-controlled airplane, kite, model rocket, balloon, drone, or other airborne device on or near the Airport System or controlled properties without the express written prior approval of the Director.

Looking for Salt Lake County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Salt Lake City city rules.

Drone Rules in Salt Lake County