Recreational drone use in Yuma is heavily impacted by proximity to Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma and Yuma International Airport (YUM). Much of the city falls within restricted military airspace. FAA LAANC authorization is essential before flying.
Yuma's airspace is significantly restricted due to MCAS Yuma, one of the busiest military air stations in the world for aviation training. Recreational drone pilots must comply with FAA rules (TRUST test, under 400 feet AGL, visual line of sight). However, much of Yuma's airspace is controlled or restricted due to military operations. LAANC authorization is essential and may be denied or limited. Yuma International Airport (YUM) adds additional controlled airspace. Flying near military installations or in restricted airspace without authorization is a federal offense. Arizona state law (ARS §13-3729) prohibits flying over critical infrastructure including military facilities.
Unauthorized drone flights near MCAS Yuma or in restricted airspace may result in federal prosecution, FAA enforcement, and military security response.
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