Event Drone Restrictions
Drone Rules
Temporary flight restrictions over stadiums, parades, and major public events, plus the federal sports-stadium TFR rules.
How Event Drone Restrictions Rules Differ by Place
Downey, CA: Downey Drone Rules for Events, Schools
Some RestrictionsDowney bars drone flights within 200 feet of a school during school hours or events without the school's written authorization, but exempts drones authorized under a City film permit…
Los Angeles, CA: Los Angeles Drone No-Fly Buffer Near Crowds
Some RestrictionsLos Angeles bans flying a drone within 25 feet of any person other than the operator or the operator's helper: a rule that applies at concerts, parades, festivals, and any other public…
Adams County, CO: Drones Near Adams County Park Events
Some RestrictionsThe one drone launch site Adams County allows without a permit, the Riverdale Regional Park drop-in gravel lot, shuts down whenever that ground hosts a permitted special event, a…
Waukegan, IL: Waukegan Drone Ban Over Public Events
Some RestrictionsWaukegan bars flying a drone over any 'open air assembly unit' without the property owner's consent under City Code Sec. 15-141(b)(10). The ordinance defines that term to include…
Fort Wayne, IN: Fort Wayne: No Drones Within 500 Yards of Events
Some RestrictionsFort Wayne bars drone takeoff, landing, or overflight within 500 yards of any permitted public event unless the operator notifies the city in advance.
Minneapolis, MN: Minneapolis Special Event Zone Drone Permit
Some RestrictionsFlying a drone to take off or land inside Minneapolis's downtown special event zone requires a permit from the Director of Regulatory Services, per Minneapolis Code of Ordinances §…
Cities & Counties with Event Drone Restrictions Rules
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Other Drone Rules Topics
Recreational Drones
Local rules for flying drones as a hobby, including where you can fly, altitude limits, and restrictions near parks and public events.
Commercial Drones
Additional permits and requirements for using drones for business purposes like photography, delivery, or inspections.
Park Drone Restrictions
Bans on launching, landing, or operating drones in city and county parks, with exceptions for designated model-aircraft fields.
Airport Proximity Rules
No-fly zones near commercial airports, FAA controlled-airspace authorization (LAANC), and additional state/local proximity rules.