Can I Fly a Drone Show in Los Angeles? (Airspace Rules Explained)

TL;DR

Flying in LA is tricky due to LAX, Burbank, and Van Nuys airports. However, many areas like Santa Monica, Malibu, and the Hollywood Hills have flyable pockets. We use LAANC authorization to check your specific address.

Is my venue in a "No Fly Zone"?

Direct Answer: We need to check the Class B, C, or D airspace maps.

Los Angeles is covered in controlled airspace. We cannot fly within certain proximities to LAX runways. However, Skye Dreams pilots are FAA-certified to request airspace authorizations that recreational pilots cannot get.

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