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Philadelphia to be no-drone zone for pope’s visit

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Philadelphia to be no-drone zone for pope's visit

PHILADELPHIA —

Philadelphia will be a no-drone zone when Pope Francis is in town.

The FAA says Wednesday it’s banning the unmanned aircraft from city airspace during the Sept. 26-27 visit.

An agency advisory says model airplanes, gliders and hot air balloons are also being barred, along with planes towing advertising banners.

Don’t think about parachuting in or flying a crop duster, either.

Law enforcement, first responders and the news media are required to apply for airspace clearance at least a week before Francis arrives.

The Department of Homeland Security requested the restrictions.

The FAA says they’re designed to ensure safety while providing as much airspace access as possible.

The agency says the restrictions could change with little or no notice.

http://6abc.com/religion/philadelphia-to-be-no-drone-zone-for-popes-visit/948993/

FAA: Washington, D.C. is a No Drone Zone”

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http://www.faa.gov/news/updates/?newsId=83267

 

June 30– As the July 4 holiday approaches, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is reminding residents and visitors to Washington, D.C. that the city and surrounding communities are a “No Drone Zone.”

The prohibition against flying any type of unmanned aircraft, or “drone,” without specific approval includes the District of Columbia and cities and towns within a 15-mile radius of Ronald-Reagan Washington National Airport.

The FAA is conducting the “No Drone Zone” campaign so visitors and residents thoroughly understand that operating an unmanned aircraft in this area for any purpose is against the law.

The airspace around Washington, D.C. is more restricted than in any other part of the country. Rules put in place after the 9/11 attacks establish “national defense airspace” over the area and limit aircraft operations to those with an FAA and Transportation Security Administration authorization. Violators face stiff fines and criminal penalties.

So if you’re in the Washington, DC area for the Fourth, enjoy the holiday. But leave your drone at home.