US Drone No-Fly Zone Map

Before you launch a drone, one question matters more than any other: is it legal to fly here? This drone no-fly zone map answers it for any address in the United States. Search a location or tap the map and you get a clear verdict, backed by the same FAA data the official apps use.

The map draws on the FAA UAS Facility Map, which sets the maximum altitude at which drone flights can be authorized around airports, together with National Security no-fly zones, Prohibited Areas, National Defense flight restrictions, restricted Special Use Airspace, and stadium temporary flight restrictions. Controlled airspace shows the LAANC ceiling in feet above ground level; open Class G areas generally allow flight up to 400 feet.

It works on your phone, needs no download or account, and is free. It is built for a quick pre-flight check, whether you are a weekend hobbyist or a Part 107 pilot. It is advisory only, so always confirm in the official FAA B4UFLY app before you fly.

How to use the drone no-fly zone map

1. Allow location access, or type an address, city, or ZIP code in the search box.
2. Read the verdict card: green means likely OK, amber means caution or authorization needed, and red means a no-fly zone.
3. Check the LAANC ceiling. In controlled airspace this is the maximum altitude, in feet above ground level, that an authorization can cover.
4. Tap anywhere on the map to check a different spot, and turn on the LAANC grid to see the ceilings across a whole area.
5. Use the share button to copy a link back to any location you checked.

About the data

Every layer comes from the Federal Aviation Administration and is in the public domain. The altitude verdict uses the FAA UAS Facility Map (UASFM), the grid of LAANC ceilings around airports, currently effective for the 2026-07-09 chart cycle. No-fly and restricted areas come from the FAA National Security UAS Flight Restrictions, Prohibited Areas, National Defense Airspace TFR Areas, restricted Special Use Airspace, and the stadium temporary flight restriction list.

The UASFM updates on the FAA 56-day chart cycle, and the restriction layers change by Federal Register or Department of Defense publication a few times a year. The airspace check always queries the current FAA data live. This tool is a convenience, not an official clearance: temporary flight restrictions are not all shown, mapped shapes are simplified for display, and airspace can change at any time.

Important safety note

Advisory only. This map is not an official source and does not authorize any flight. Airspace, restrictions, and temporary flight restrictions change frequently and are not all shown here. Always check the official FAA B4UFLY app or an FAA-approved LAANC provider, and follow every FAA rule, before each flight.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I legally fly my drone?

In most of the country you can fly in uncontrolled Class G airspace up to 400 feet above ground level, away from airports, people, and restricted areas, while keeping the drone in sight. Near airports you are in controlled airspace and need LAANC or FAA authorization first. This map shows which case applies to any address you check.

What does the LAANC ceiling number mean?

LAANC is the Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability. In controlled airspace the FAA publishes a grid of maximum altitudes where a flight can be authorized automatically. A ceiling of 200 feet means an authorization can cover up to 200 feet above ground level; a ceiling of 0 feet means automated authorization is not available and you would need to request it directly from the FAA.

What is a National Security no-fly zone?

The FAA has set fixed flight restrictions over many military and federal facilities for national security reasons. Drone flight is prohibited inside them from the surface up, usually to 400 feet. These areas appear in red on the map, and the address check names the facility when your spot falls inside one.

Can I fly my drone in a national park?

No. The National Park Service prohibits launching, landing, or operating drones from or on lands and waters it administers, regardless of airspace. National parks are not drawn as airspace zones on this map, so check the park’s own rules as well.

Do I still need to check anything else before flying?

Yes. Always confirm in the official FAA B4UFLY app, check for active temporary flight restrictions such as wildfires, sporting events, or VIP movements, and follow local and state rules. This map is a fast first check, not a substitute for those steps.

How accurate and current is this map?

The airspace verdict queries live FAA data, so it reflects the current UAS Facility Map cycle (effective 2026-07-09) and the current published restriction layers. Even so, the data is generalized for display, temporary restrictions are not all included, and airspace changes between cycles. Treat every result as advisory.

Does a green result mean I am cleared to fly?

No. Green means the spot is not in FAA controlled airspace or a mapped restriction, so you may generally fly up to 400 feet above ground level under the rules. You are still responsible for following every FAA rule and confirming conditions in B4UFLY before you take off.