Super Bowl LIX venue officially declared a ‘no drone zone’

The upcoming Super Bowl in New Orleans is prompting strict drone regulations around Caesars Superdome. Violators could face fines up to $75,000 and criminal charges, with the possibility of losing their drones.

For safety reasons, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has established “no drone zones” in and around Caesars Superdome and the downtown area.

On game day, drone restrictions start at 1:30 p.m. CT, covering a 1.5-mile radius and up to 2,000 feet in altitude. From 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. CT, the restrictions extend to a 30-mile radius and 18,000 feet in altitude.

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Prior to game day, drone restrictions are in place around Lafayette Square up to 1.5 nautical miles and 2,000 feet in altitude. The FAA website provides specific timings for each day.

As consumer drones gain popularity, restrictions for sporting events have become common practice.

Last December, the U.S. Senate rejected calls to expand government powers to detect and eliminate potentially dangerous drones flying over stadiums. The NFL reported an increase in rogue drone incidents from 2,537 in 2022 to 2,845 in 2023.

Despite the restrictions, skilled drone pilots can capture amazing footage inside large sports stadiums with proper permission.