As Super Bowl LIX approaches, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has designated the Caesars Superdome and surrounding areas in New Orleans as a ‘No Drone Zone’ to ensure the safety and security of attendees and participants. Unauthorized drone operations in these restricted zones can lead to severe penalties, including drone confiscation, fines up to $75,000, and potential criminal prosecution.
Super Bowl LIX is designated as a National Security Special Event. As such, additional drone restrictions will be in place before, during, and after the Super Bowl Sunday. The game will begin at approximately 6:30 p.m. local time.
Game Day restrictions: Sunday, February 9, 2025
- 1:30 p.m. CST: Restrictions commence within a 1.5-nautical-mile radius of the Caesars Superdome, extending up to 2,000 feet in altitude.
- 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. CST: The restricted area expands to a 30-nautical-mile radius, reaching up to 18,000 feet in altitude.
Pre-Game restrictions: February 3-8, 2025
In the days leading up to the Super Bowl, specific restrictions will be in place around Lafayette Square:
- February 3: 4 p.m. – 11 p.m.
- February 5: 2 p.m. – 11 p.m.
- February 6: 12 p.m. – 11 p.m.
- February 7: 2 p.m. – 11 p.m.
- February 8: 9 a.m. – 11 p.m.
During these times, drone operations are prohibited within a 1.5-nautical-mile radius of Lafayette Square, up to an altitude of 2,000 feet.
Understanding ‘No Drone Zones’
The FAA designates ‘No Drone Zones’ to protect sensitive areas and events. These zones are established through Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs), which define specific airspace where air travel is limited for a set period. TFRs are commonly implemented for major sporting events, presidential movements, and other security-sensitive situations. Drone operators are required to adhere to these restrictions to ensure public safety.
Detailed information regarding Super Bowl LIX for general aviation and drone pilots is available on the FAA’s Super Bowl LIX webpage.
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