Drone Rules in Louisiana (2026)
4 rules on the books across Louisiana, 1 city or county. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
Recreational Drones
Local rules for flying drones as a hobby, including where you can fly, altitude limits, and restrictions near parks and public events.
Louisiana: statewide
StatewideSome RestrictionsRecreational drone flight in Louisiana is governed by FAA Part 107 and the Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST). State…
Read full rule →Shreveport
Few RestrictionsRecreational drone flying in Shreveport is governed by FAA rules, not a city ordinance, because Louisiana preempts…
Read full rule →Commercial Drones
Additional permits and requirements for using drones for business purposes like photography, delivery, or inspections.
Louisiana: statewide
StatewideHeavy RestrictionsCommercial drone use in Louisiana requires an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate. La. R.S. 14:283.3 and 14:337 add…
Read full rule →Shreveport
Few RestrictionsShreveport has no commercial drone ordinance and cannot adopt one. Louisiana claims exclusive jurisdiction over…
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