WASHINGTON, Feb 6 (Reuters) – The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration on Friday said it is stepping up enforcement for unsafe and unauthorized drone operations including flights near major sporting events ahead of Sunday’s Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
The FAA last week said it was barring drones within a 30-mile radius of the stadium up to 18,000 feet during the Super Bowl and imposing other restrictions at events this week tied to the game. “The FAA will take decisive action against drone operators who ignore safety rules or operate without authorization,” said FAA Chief Counsel Liam McKenna.
(Reporting by David Shepardson)
