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## Authorization Status
- Recreational: ❌ Restricted / No-fly without authorization
- Commercial: ❌ Requires FAA authorization

## Geographic Boundaries
Los Angeles International Airport and surrounding Class B airspace.

## Regulations
- FAA controlled airspace (Class B)
- 14 CFR Part 107
- LAANC authorization required

## Penalties
- FAA fines up to $27,500
- Possible criminal penalties

## Special Permissions
FAA authorization required via LAANC or DroneZone.

## Authorization Status
- Recreational: ❌ 100% Banned
- Commercial: ❌ Prohibited

## Geographic Boundaries
Rikers Island, located in the East River between Queens and the Bronx, New York City. Includes all correctional complex areas and surrounding restricted zones.

## Regulations
- Security laws restricting aerial surveillance over correctional facilities
- NYC Administrative Code §10-126
- FAA 14 CFR Part 107

## Penalties
- Criminal charges
- Equipment confiscation
- FAA civil penalties up to $27,500

## Special Permissions
Not permitted due to high-security restrictions.

## Authorization Status
- Recreational: ❌ Banned
- Commercial: ❌ Prohibited

## Geographic Boundaries
Sing Sing prison facility, New York State.

## Regulations
- Security laws restricting aerial surveillance
- FAA Part 107

## Penalties
- Criminal charges
- Equipment confiscation

## Special Permissions
Not permitted.

## Authorization Status
- Recreational: ❌ 100% Banned
- Commercial (Part 107): ❌ Not allowed without special NYC authorization

## Geographic Boundaries
Central Park is located in Manhattan, New York City, between 59th Street and 110th Street, and 5th Avenue to Central Park West. The entire park area is a restricted zone for drone operations.

## Regulations
- NYC Administrative Code §10-126 prohibits takeoff and landing of drones within city limits
- FAA 14 CFR Part 107 governs commercial drone operations nationwide
- Area is near controlled airspace influenced by LaGuardia Airport

## Penalties
- Fines up to $1,000+
- Possible misdemeanor charges
- FAA civil penalties up to $27,500
- Equipment confiscation

## Special Permissions
Drone operations require:
- NYC film permit
- NYPD coordination
- FAA authorization (DroneZone or LAANC)

Approval is extremely limited and rare.

# Parque Estadual Turístico do Alto Ribeira (PETAR)

## State
São Paulo (SP)

## Main Municipalities
Iporanga • Apiaí

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## Recreational Drone Flight Status

❌ RECREATIONAL FLIGHTS PROHIBITED

Drone use by tourists, visitors, and hobby pilots is not authorized inside protected PETAR sectors.

This restriction applies to:
- Recreational aerial filming
- FPV recreational flights
- Tourist drone operations
- Low-altitude flights near caves and visitors

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## Commercial / Professional Drone Operations

⚠ ONLY POSSIBLE WITH PRIOR AUTHORIZATION

Exceptional professional operations may require:
- Fundação Florestal authorization
- Environmental technical evaluation
- DECEA operational approval
- Full ANAC compliance

Authorization reference:
https://www.infraestruturameioambiente.sp.gov.br/fundacaoflorestal/

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## Main Restricted Areas

Restrictions apply throughout protected sectors including:

❌ Cave systems  
❌ Atlantic Forest preservation zones  
❌ Waterfall sectors  
❌ Visitor trail systems  
❌ Ecological monitoring areas  
❌ River and canyon sectors  
❌ Wildlife-sensitive environments  

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## Why Recreational Flights Are Prohibited

### Environmental Preservation
PETAR protects:
- Sensitive cave ecosystems
- Atlantic Forest biodiversity
- Protected bat habitats
- Underground river systems

### Visitor Safety Concerns
Restrictions help prevent:
- Accidents near caves and cliffs
- Unsafe flights above tourists
- Disturbance during ecotourism activities
- Environmental degradation in fragile sectors

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## Applicable Regulations

Drone operations may be regulated under:

- São Paulo environmental conservation regulations
- Federal Law 9.605/1998
- ANAC RBAC-E No. 94
- DECEA ICA 100-40

### Possible Infractions
Unauthorized operations may involve:
- Environmental violations
- Wildlife disturbance
- Unsafe tourism operations
- Unauthorized aerial filming

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## Enforcement & Penalties

Possible enforcement measures include:
- Environmental administrative fines
- Immediate flight interruption
- Removal from protected sectors
- Equipment seizure in severe cases

### Supervising Authorities
- Fundação Florestal
- Environmental police
- Brazilian aviation authorities

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## Additional Restriction Factors

Operational enforcement may intensify during:
- High tourism periods
- Cave monitoring operations
- Wildlife protection activities
- Environmental recovery projects

# Parque Estadual do Ibitipoca

## State
Minas Gerais (MG)

## Municipality
Lima Duarte

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## Recreational Drone Flight Status

❌ RECREATIONAL FLIGHTS PROHIBITED

Drone use by tourists and hobby pilots is not authorized inside protected park sectors.

This includes:
- Recreational aerial filming
- FPV recreational flights
- Tourist drone operations
- Low-altitude flights near visitors

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## Commercial / Professional Drone Operations

⚠ ONLY POSSIBLE WITH PRIOR AUTHORIZATION

Exceptional professional operations may require:
- IEF authorization (Instituto Estadual de Florestas)
- Environmental assessment
- DECEA operational approval
- ANAC compliance documentation

Authorization reference:
https://www.ief.mg.gov.br/

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## Main Restricted Areas

Restrictions apply throughout the park including:

❌ Janela do Céu trail sectors  
❌ Cave regions  
❌ Waterfall and river areas  
❌ Visitor circulation zones  
❌ Camping sectors  
❌ Wildlife-sensitive environments  
❌ Environmental preservation corridors  

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## Why Recreational Flights Are Prohibited

### Environmental Preservation
The park protects:
- Atlantic Forest ecosystems
- Quartzite cave systems
- Native fauna habitats
- Sensitive water resources

### Visitor Safety Concerns
Restrictions help prevent:
- Accidents near cliffs and waterfalls
- Unsafe flights above hikers
- Disturbance in ecotourism sectors
- Noise impact in conservation areas

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## Applicable Regulations

Drone operations may be regulated under:

- Minas Gerais environmental conservation rules
- Federal Law 9.605/1998
- ANAC RBAC-E No. 94
- DECEA ICA 100-40

### Possible Infractions
Unauthorized operations may involve:
- Environmental violations
- Unsafe tourism operations
- Wildlife disturbance
- Unauthorized commercial filming

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## Enforcement & Penalties

Possible consequences include:
- Environmental administrative fines
- Immediate flight interruption
- Removal from protected sectors
- Equipment seizure in severe cases

### Supervising Authorities
- Instituto Estadual de Florestas (IEF)
- Environmental police
- Brazilian aviation authorities

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## Additional Restriction Factors

Operational enforcement may intensify during:
- High tourism seasons
- Environmental monitoring operations
- Fire prevention activities
- Wildlife protection periods

# Parque Lage

## State
Rio de Janeiro (RJ)

## Municipality
Rio de Janeiro

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## Recreational Drone Flight Status

❌ RECREATIONAL FLIGHTS PROHIBITED

Drone operations by visitors, hobby pilots, and tourists are not authorized inside Parque Lage public areas.

This restriction applies to:
- Recreational drone use
- Tourist aerial filming
- FPV recreational operations
- Low-altitude flights near visitors

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## Commercial / Professional Drone Operations

⚠ ONLY POSSIBLE WITH PRIOR AUTHORIZATION

Professional aerial filming or institutional drone operations may be authorized after approval from responsible authorities.

Potential requirements may include:
- Park administration authorization
- Operational safety evaluation
- DECEA airspace authorization
- Full ANAC compliance

Authorization reference:
https://parquelage.com.br/

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## Main Restricted Areas

Drone restrictions apply throughout:

❌ Historic mansion sectors  
❌ Internal gardens  
❌ Forest trails  
❌ Cultural event areas  
❌ Visitor circulation zones  
❌ Tijuca Forest access sectors  
❌ Environmental preservation areas  

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## Why Recreational Flights Are Prohibited

### Cultural & Heritage Protection
The park contains:
- Protected historical architecture
- Cultural activity sectors
- Artistic and educational environments

### Environmental Preservation
The area protects:
- Atlantic Forest vegetation
- Wildlife habitats
- Ecological corridors connected to Tijuca Forest

### Public Safety Concerns
Restrictions help prevent:
- Unsafe operations near tourists
- Disturbance during cultural activities
- Accidents in crowded public sectors
- Privacy and security risks

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## Applicable Regulations

Drone operations may be regulated under:

- Cultural heritage protection regulations
- Environmental preservation rules
- Federal Law 9.605/1998
- ANAC RBAC-E No. 94
- DECEA ICA 100-40

### Possible Infractions
Unauthorized operations may involve:
- Heritage preservation violations
- Unsafe tourism-area operations
- Environmental disturbance
- Unauthorized aerial filming

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## Enforcement & Penalties

Possible enforcement actions include:
- Administrative fines
- Immediate operational interruption
- Removal from park sectors
- Equipment seizure in severe cases

### Supervising Authorities
- Parque Lage administration
- Environmental authorities
- Brazilian aviation authorities

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## Additional Restriction Factors

Operational enforcement may intensify during:
- High tourism periods
- Cultural exhibitions
- Educational activities
- Public events

# Parque Estadual do Caracol

## State
Rio Grande do Sul (RS)

## Municipality
Canela

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## Recreational Drone Flight Status

❌ RECREATIONAL FLIGHTS PROHIBITED

Drone operations by visitors and hobby pilots are not authorized inside protected park sectors without prior environmental authorization.

This restriction applies to:
- Recreational aerial filming
- Tourist drone flights
- FPV recreational operations
- Low-altitude flights near visitors

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## Main Restricted Areas

Restrictions apply throughout the park including:

❌ Caracol Waterfall sectors  
❌ Observation decks and viewpoints  
❌ Forest trail systems  
❌ Ecological preservation zones  
❌ Visitor circulation areas  
❌ Wildlife-sensitive sectors  
❌ Native forest conservation regions  

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## Why Drone Flights Are Restricted

### Environmental Protection
The park preserves:
- Atlantic Forest ecosystems
- Protected wildlife habitats
- Native vegetation corridors
- Waterfall environmental integrity

### Public Safety Concerns
Restrictions help prevent:
- Accidents near viewpoints
- Unsafe operations above tourists
- Distractions in crowded areas
- Noise disturbance in protected sectors

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## Commercial / Professional Operations

⚠ ONLY POSSIBLE WITH PRIOR AUTHORIZATION

Exceptional operations may require:
- Authorization from environmental authorities
- Operational safety assessment
- DECEA airspace approval
- Full ANAC compliance

Authorization reference:
https://www.parquecaracol.com.br/

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## Applicable Regulations

Drone operations may be regulated under:

- Rio Grande do Sul environmental regulations
- Federal Law 9.605/1998
- ANAC RBAC-E No. 94
- DECEA ICA 100-40

### Possible Infractions
Unauthorized operations may involve:
- Environmental violations
- Unsafe tourism operations
- Wildlife disturbance
- Unauthorized commercial filming

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## Enforcement & Penalties

Possible enforcement actions include:
- Environmental administrative fines
- Immediate flight interruption
- Removal from park sectors
- Equipment seizure in severe cases

### Supervising Authorities
- Rio Grande do Sul environmental authorities
- Park administration
- Brazilian aviation authorities

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## Additional Restriction Factors

Operational enforcement may intensify during:
- High tourism periods
- Environmental monitoring activities
- School visitation programs
- Adverse weather conditions

The airspace over the magnificent Jalapão State Park is open to responsible drone flight operations under strict ecological preservation and safety guidelines. Spanning thousands of square kilometers of untouched cerrado biome, oasis-like landscapes, and unique water springs, this conservation unit offers a dramatic setting for legal aerial content creation. To protect this sensitive desert-like environment, pilots must balance their flights with wildlife conservation and public safety.


























































































Regulatory Framework & Permissions: Drone operations are allowed for recreational and landscape capturing. All pilots must ensure their equipment is registered with ANAC and ANATEL, and flights must strictly comply with DECEA regulations (ICA 100-40) for unmanned aircraft.





Flight Authorization & Coordination: Standard recreational flights over the general open areas do not require a specialized individual environmental permit, but you must log your flight intent and secure normal clearance through the SARPAS portal. For professional, commercial, or documentary media productions inside the strict park boundaries, obtaining prior written authorization from the state environmental organ (Naturatins) is mandatory.




Geofencing & Flight Conditions: The park's coordinates are not permanently blocked by manufacturer-level Red Zones in drone firmware, meaning your aircraft will unlock and take off normally. Contudo, os pilotos devem ter atenção redobrada com as altas temperaturas da região e a suspensão de poeira ou areia fina, que podem afetar o funcionamento dos motores e acelerar o desgaste da bateria.

Environmental & Spatial Restrictions: To keep your flights legal, drones must never disturb or closely track local wildlife, including typical cerrado birds and mammals. Além disso, os operadores devem manter uma distância segura e respeitável dos visitantes nos fervedouros (onde o espaço é bastante reduzido) e nas trilhas das dunas para proteger a privacidade e a segurança do público.

Legal Penalties: Operating a drone recklessly over visitors, harassing wildlife, or flying without a valid SARPAS clearance will lead to immediate flight termination by environmental rangers. Violations are subject to equipment confiscation, heavy administrative fines under environmental laws, and criminal prosecution under Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code for endangering airspace safety.

# Parque Estadual do Jalapão

## State
Tocantins (TO)

## Main Municipalities
Mateiros • São Félix do Tocantins • Ponte Alta do Tocantins

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## Recreational Drone Flight Status

❌ RECREATIONAL FLIGHTS PROHIBITED

Drone operations inside protected park sectors are not authorized without prior approval from environmental authorities.

This restriction applies to:
- Tourists
- Hobby pilots
- Informal aerial filming
- Low-altitude recreational operations

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## Restricted Areas

Drone restrictions apply throughout protected sectors including:

❌ Jalapão dunes  
❌ Fervedouros  
❌ Waterfalls and river sectors  
❌ Cerrado preservation areas  
❌ Wildlife-sensitive regions  
❌ Tourist visitation areas  
❌ Ecological recovery sectors  

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## Reason for Restrictions

### Environmental Protection
The park protects:
- Fragile cerrado ecosystems
- Endemic wildlife habitats
- Protected water systems
- Environmental conservation corridors

### Public Safety & Tourism
Restrictions also help prevent:
- Accidents near visitors
- Disturbance at tourist attractions
- Unsafe low-altitude operations
- Environmental degradation

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## Commercial / Professional Operations

⚠ ONLY POSSIBLE WITH PRIOR AUTHORIZATION

Exceptional operations may require:
- Naturatins authorization
- Environmental assessment
- DECEA operational approval
- ANAC compliance documentation

Authorization reference:
https://naturatins.to.gov.br/

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## Applicable Regulations

Operations may be regulated under:

- Tocantins environmental conservation rules
- Federal Law 9.605/1998
- ANAC RBAC-E No. 94
- DECEA ICA 100-40

### Possible Infractions
Unauthorized flights may result in:
- Environmental violations
- Wildlife disturbance
- Unsafe tourism operations
- Unauthorized aerial recording

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## Enforcement & Penalties

Possible enforcement measures include:
- Environmental administrative fines
- Immediate operational interruption
- Removal from protected sectors
- Equipment seizure in severe cases

### Supervising Authorities
- Naturatins
- Environmental inspection agencies
- Brazilian aviation authorities

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## Additional Operational Restrictions

Enforcement may intensify during:
- High tourism seasons
- Wildlife monitoring periods
- Fire prevention operations
- Environmental recovery activities

# Parque Estadual da Cantareira

## State
São Paulo (SP)

## Municipalities
São Paulo • Mairiporã • Guarulhos • Caieiras

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## Recreational Drone Pilot Status

❌ Recreational Flights Generally Restricted

Recreational drone operations inside protected forest sectors are strongly discouraged and may require environmental authorization depending on the operational area.

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## Why Restrictions Exist

The park contains:
- Protected Atlantic Forest biome
- Wildlife-sensitive habitats
- Environmental recovery sectors
- Ecological research zones
- Visitor trail systems

Noise and low-altitude drone activity may disturb:
- Birds
- Mammals
- Research activities
- Visitor safety operations

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## Areas Recreational Pilots Should Avoid

❌ Forest trails  
❌ Water reservoir sectors  
❌ Wildlife monitoring zones  
❌ Dense vegetation corridors  
❌ Environmental preservation areas  
❌ Visitor concentration sectors  

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## Recreational Flight Risk Factors

| Risk | Description |
|---|---|
| Wildlife disturbance | Protected fauna habitats |
| Dense vegetation | GPS and signal instability |
| Environmental regulations | Protected conservation area |
| Terrain complexity | Emergency landing difficulties |

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## Commercial / Professional Operations

⚠ Prior Authorization Usually Required

Professional drone activities may require:
- Environmental authorization
- Park administration approval
- DECEA airspace compliance
- ANAC operational compliance

Authorization reference:
https://guiadeareasprotegidas.sp.gov.br/

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## Applicable Regulations

Operations may be regulated under:

- São Paulo environmental conservation rules
- Federal Law 9.605/1998
- ANAC RBAC-E No. 94
- DECEA ICA 100-40

### Possible Violations
Unauthorized flights may involve:
- Environmental infractions
- Wildlife disturbance
- Unsafe recreational operations
- Unauthorized filming activity

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## Enforcement Measures

Possible consequences include:
- Environmental fines
- Flight interruption
- Removal from protected sectors
- Equipment seizure in severe cases

### Supervising Authorities
- Fundação Florestal SP
- Environmental police
- Brazilian aviation authorities

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## Recreational Pilot Recommendations

✔ Prefer open urban parks for hobby flying  
✔ Avoid flights inside ecological conservation sectors  
✔ Check local restrictions before flying  
✔ Respect wildlife and visitor safety  
✔ Use conservative altitude and safe operating distances  

### Restrictions May Increase During
- Fire prevention operations
- Wildlife monitoring periods
- Environmental recovery activities
- High visitation weekends

# Parque Villa-Lobos

## State
São Paulo (SP)

## Municipality
São Paulo

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## Recreational Pilot Flight Status

✅ Recreational Flights Generally Allowed

Hobby pilots may operate drones in safer open sectors while complying with:
- ANAC operational rules
- DECEA airspace requirements
- Public safety limitations
- Privacy protections

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## Areas to Avoid

❌ Concert and event sectors  
❌ Children's playgrounds  
❌ Sports courts and cycling tracks  
❌ Food court areas  
❌ Crowded pedestrian zones  
❌ Flights directly above visitors  

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## Recommended Flight Conditions

### Safer Flight Opportunities
✔ Open grass areas  
✔ Low-traffic periods  
✔ Early morning recreational flights  
✔ Operations away from organized events  

### Recommended Pilot Practices
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Keep conservative altitude
- Monitor nearby visitors
- Prepare emergency landing options
- Avoid risky maneuvers near public spaces

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## Operational Risk Factors

| Risk | Description |
|---|---|
| Public concentration | Heavy weekend visitation |
| Urban interference | Possible RF/GPS instability |
| Recreational activity | Cyclists, runners, families |
| Event operations | Temporary restrictions possible |

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## Airspace & Regulatory Compliance

Recreational drone pilots must follow:

- ANAC RBAC-E No. 94
- DECEA ICA 100-40
- São Paulo public safety regulations

### Airspace Authorization
Depending on altitude and flight location, authorization may be required through:

https://sarpas.decea.mil.br/

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## Unsafe Operations May Result In

- Public safety intervention
- Flight interruption
- Administrative enforcement
- Equipment seizure in severe cases

### Oversight Authorities
- São Paulo park administration
- Municipal authorities
- Brazilian aviation authorities

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## Recreational Pilot Recommendations

Best practices include:
1. Fly during low-visitation periods
2. Avoid operations near crowds
3. Respect privacy of visitors
4. Check temporary event restrictions
5. Monitor weather and signal conditions

### Additional Restrictions May Apply During
- Music festivals
- Sporting events
- Public exhibitions
- High tourism weekends

# Parque da Cidade Sarah Kubitschek

## State
Distrito Federal (DF)

## Municipality
Brasília

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## Recreational Drone Pilot Status

✅ Recreational Flights Generally Allowed

Pilots may operate recreational drones in open park sectors if they:
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Avoid flights over people
- Respect public safety
- Follow ANAC and DECEA rules

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## Areas Recreational Pilots Should Avoid

❌ Sports event sectors  
❌ Children's recreation areas  
❌ Crowded pedestrian paths  
❌ Concerts and public gatherings  
❌ Parking lot congestion areas  
❌ Low-altitude flights near cyclists and runners  

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## Good Areas for Safer Recreational Flights

⚠ Open grass fields with low pedestrian density  
⚠ Early morning low-traffic periods  
⚠ Open sectors away from events and recreational crowds  

Pilots should always evaluate:
- Wind conditions
- Nearby people
- Emergency landing possibilities
- Temporary event restrictions

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## Important Flight Safety Notes

### Recommended Practices
✔ Keep safe distance from visitors  
✔ Avoid aggressive maneuvers  
✔ Monitor battery levels carefully  
✔ Respect privacy of park visitors  
✔ Avoid flights during crowded weekends  

### Not Recommended
✖ Flying directly above people  
✖ FPV operations without proper visual observers  
✖ High-speed flights near public areas  
✖ Night operations without authorization  

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## Applicable Drone Regulations

Recreational operators must comply with:

- ANAC RBAC-E No. 94
- DECEA ICA 100-40
- Federal public safety rules

### Airspace Authorization
Depending on altitude and operational area, DECEA authorization may be necessary through:

https://sarpas.decea.mil.br/

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## Possible Enforcement Actions

Unsafe recreational operations may result in:
- Municipal public safety intervention
- Flight interruption
- Administrative enforcement
- Equipment seizure in severe unsafe situations

### Supervising Authorities
- Brasília public authorities
- Brazilian aviation authorities
- Public safety agencies

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## Recreational Pilot Recommendations

Best practices for hobby pilots:
1. Fly during low visitation hours
2. Stay away from crowds
3. Keep altitude conservative
4. Verify SARPAS restrictions before flying
5. Respect other park visitors

### Temporary Restrictions May Occur During
- Festivals
- Sports competitions
- Government events
- Large public gatherings

# Parque Tanguá (Tanguá Park)

## State
Paraná (PR)

## Municipality
Curitiba

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## Flight Authorization Status

| Operation Type | Status |
|---|---|
| Recreational Drone Flights | ❌ PROHIBITED |
| Commercial Drone Flights | ❌ PROHIBITED without exceptional authorization |
| Institutional / Government Operations | ⚠ Subject to municipal approval |
| Emergency Operations | ✅ Allowed with coordination |

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## Official Restriction Notice

The Curitiba municipal administration explicitly prohibits drone operation from inside Parque Tanguá public areas.

Restriction applies to:
- Main panoramic viewpoint
- Garden areas
- Tunnel access sectors
- Pedestrian circulation areas
- Lake surroundings
- Environmental preservation sectors
- Tourism and photography areas

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## Operational Risk Factors

### Public Safety Risks
- High visitor concentration
- Elevated observation structures
- Narrow pedestrian pathways
- Frequent tourism activity

### Environmental Concerns
- Protected green areas
- Urban wildlife disturbance
- Noise impact in recreational sectors

### Technical Risks
- Wind turbulence near elevated cliffs
- Limited emergency landing areas
- Potential loss of control near dense public areas

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## Applicable Regulations

Drone operations may be regulated under:

- Curitiba municipal park regulations
- ANAC RBAC-E No. 94
- DECEA ICA 100-40
- Federal Law 9.605/1998

### Unauthorized Operations May Involve
- Public safety violations
- Municipal administrative infractions
- Unsafe operation over visitors
- Disturbance in protected recreational areas

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## Penalties & Enforcement

Possible enforcement actions include:
- Immediate flight interruption
- Removal from park area
- Administrative fines
- Equipment seizure in severe cases

### Supervising Authorities
- Curitiba municipal authorities
- Municipal park administration
- Brazilian aviation authorities

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## Exceptional Authorization Procedures

Exceptional operations may require:
1. Formal municipal authorization
2. Operational safety assessment
3. DECEA airspace compliance
4. Full ANAC operational compliance

Authorization reference:
https://www.curitiba.pr.gov.br/

### Additional Restrictions
Operational enforcement may intensify during:
- Public events
- Weekends and holidays
- High tourism periods
- Municipal maintenance activities

# Parque Farroupilha (Redenção)
## State: Rio Grande do Sul (RS)
## Municipality: Porto Alegre

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## Park Environment
Historic urban public park with intense pedestrian circulation, cultural events, recreational activities, and protected green areas.

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## Main Operational Restriction Areas

➤ Central lake sectors  
➤ Brique da Redenção event area  
➤ Sports and fitness zones  
➤ Children's recreation spaces  
➤ Pedestrian and cycling corridors  
➤ Urban vegetation preservation sectors  

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## Drone Activity Status

| Operation Type | Status |
|---|---|
| Recreational Flights | ⚠ Restricted in crowded sectors |
| Commercial Filming | ⚠ May require municipal authorization |
| Institutional Operations | ✅ Possible with planning |
| Emergency Operations | ✅ Authorized when coordinated |

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## Operational Risk Factors

### Public Safety
- Heavy weekend visitation
- Public cultural events
- Dense pedestrian circulation
- Recreational sports activities

### Environmental Concerns
- Urban bird habitats
- Protected vegetation sectors
- Noise disturbance in recreational areas

### Technical Flight Concerns
- Urban signal interference
- Trees affecting flight stability
- Limited emergency landing space during events

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## Applicable Regulations

Potentially applicable regulations include:

- Porto Alegre municipal public park rules
- Federal Law 9.605/1998
- DECEA ICA 100-40
- ANAC RBAC-E No. 94

### Potential Infractions
Unauthorized operations may involve:
- Unsafe operation over crowds
- Disturbance during public events
- Unauthorized aerial filming
- Public safety violations

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## Enforcement & Compliance

Possible enforcement actions:
- Administrative fines
- Municipal enforcement measures
- Flight interruption
- Equipment seizure in severe incidents

### Responsible Authorities
- Porto Alegre municipal authorities
- Environmental inspection teams
- Brazilian aviation authorities

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## Recommended Professional Procedures

Professional operators should:

1. Verify municipal event restrictions
2. Avoid flights during peak visitation
3. Follow DECEA airspace procedures
4. Maintain ANAC compliance
5. Respect privacy and public safety requirements

### Additional Restrictions May Apply During
- Brique da Redenção events
- Festivals and concerts
- Political gatherings
- Weekend high visitation periods

# Parque das Mangabeiras (Mangabeiras Park)
### State: Minas Gerais (MG)
### Municipality: Belo Horizonte

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## Area Classification
Large municipal environmental park located near the Serra do Curral preservation region.

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## Sensitive Operational Sectors

| Area | Operational Concern |
|---|---|
| Mirante da Mata viewpoint | High visitor density |
| Forest trail network | Wildlife disturbance |
| Native vegetation sectors | Environmental preservation |
| Picnic and recreation areas | Public safety |
| Serra do Curral slopes | Terrain and wind risks |

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## Drone Flight Status

### Recreational Operations
❌ Restricted in crowded and environmentally sensitive areas.

### Commercial Operations
⚠ May require municipal authorization and operational planning.

### Scientific / Institutional Flights
⚠ Subject to evaluation and coordination.

### Emergency Activities
✅ Possible with official authorization.

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## Environmental & Technical Risks

### Environmental Factors
- Atlantic Forest vegetation remnants
- Urban wildlife protection
- Erosion-sensitive hillside sectors
- Protected ecological corridors

### Flight Safety Risks
- Sudden wind variation near elevated terrain
- GNSS interference from dense vegetation
- Limited emergency landing zones
- High pedestrian circulation during weekends

---

## Regulatory Framework

Applicable references may include:

- Belo Horizonte municipal environmental regulations
- Federal Law 9.605/1998
- DECEA ICA 100-40
- ANAC RBAC-E No. 94

### Potential Violations
Unauthorized drone operations may involve:
- Unsafe flights over visitors
- Environmental disturbance
- Unauthorized filming activity
- Risk to public safety in recreational zones

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## Possible Enforcement Measures

Authorities may apply:
- Administrative fines
- Operational interruption
- Equipment seizure
- Municipal enforcement actions

### Oversight Authorities
- Belo Horizonte municipal authorities
- Environmental inspection agencies
- Brazilian aviation authorities

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## Recommended Operational Procedures

Professional operators should:

1. Verify municipal authorization requirements
2. Avoid flights during crowded visitation periods
3. Maintain visual line of sight
4. Follow DECEA and ANAC operational rules
5. Respect ecological preservation areas

### Additional Restrictions May Occur During
- Public events
- Environmental maintenance activities
- High tourism periods
- Severe weather conditions

# Protected Operational Coverage

## Main Restricted Areas
- Água Mineral recreation sector
- Santa Maria reservoir surroundings
- Cerrado preservation corridors
- Wildlife monitoring zones
- Visitor trail systems
- Ecological restoration areas

## Administrative Coverage
Located within the Federal District (Distrito Federal), near Brasília urban and governmental sectors.

## Sensitive Environmental Features
- Native Cerrado biome
- Protected fauna habitats
- Water resource protection sectors
- Fire prevention monitoring areas

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# Aviation Sensitivity Factors

### Controlled Airspace Considerations
Due to proximity to Brasília airspace infrastructure, operators must evaluate:
- Nearby controlled aviation corridors
- Government aviation routes
- Low-altitude operational restrictions
- DECEA authorization requirements

### Technical Flight Risks
- RF signal interference in urban-adjacent sectors
- Wildlife disturbance
- Visitor concentration risks
- Seasonal wildfire operations

---

# Regulatory Framework

Applicable legal references include:

- Law 9.985/2000 (SNUC)
- Federal Law 9.605/1998
- Federal Decree 6.514/2008
- ICMBio environmental regulations
- DECEA ICA 100-40
- ANAC RBAC-E No. 94

### Potential Operational Violations
Unauthorized drone activity may involve:
- Environmental infractions
- Unsafe operation near visitors
- Unauthorized aerial imaging
- Interference with controlled airspace procedures

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# Enforcement & Sanctions

Possible penalties include:

✔ Administrative environmental fines  
✔ Immediate operational interruption  
✔ Equipment seizure  
✔ Removal from protected sectors  
✔ Environmental enforcement proceedings  

### Responsible Authorities
- ICMBio
- IBAMA
- Federal District environmental agencies
- Brazilian aviation authorities

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# Exceptional Authorization Workflow

Professional operators should:

- Submit formal operational request to ICMBio
- Present technical flight planning documentation
- Obtain DECEA/SARPAS approval if necessary
- Demonstrate ANAC compliance
- Respect ecological preservation protocols

## Temporary Restriction Intensification
Additional controls may occur during:
- Wildfire prevention operations
- Environmental monitoring campaigns
- High visitor periods
- Government security activities near Brasília airspace

# Parque Nacional Marinho de Fernando de Noronha
## Fernando de Noronha Marine National Park

### Protection Category
Federal Marine Conservation Unit administered by ICMBio.

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## Drone Operation Status

| Activity Type | Authorization Level |
|---|---|
| Recreational Flights | ❌ Highly Restricted |
| Commercial Filming | ⚠️ Prior Approval Required |
| Scientific Research Flights | ⚠️ Controlled Authorization |
| Environmental Monitoring | ✅ Possible with institutional coordination |

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## Areas Subject to Restriction

### Coastal & Marine Sectors
- Baía do Sancho
- Baía dos Porcos
- Praia do Leão
- Dolphin Bay (Baía dos Golfinhos)
- Atalaia sector
- Sueste Bay marine zone
- Secondary island formations

### Wildlife Protection Areas
- Sea turtle nesting beaches
- Dolphin observation zones
- Seabird reproduction sectors
- Marine fauna preservation corridors

### Operationally Sensitive Zones
- Cliff-edge tourism areas
- High-density visitor viewpoints
- Environmental monitoring sectors
- Protected snorkeling and diving regions

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## Airspace & Environmental Constraints

### Operational Concerns
- Strong coastal wind patterns
- Bird strike risk
- Sensitive marine fauna disturbance
- Tourism safety management
- Protected low-altitude ecological zones

### Nearby Aviation Considerations
- Fernando de Noronha Airport operations
- Helicopter and tourism flights
- Controlled island airspace conditions

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## Regulatory References

Applicable frameworks may include:

- Federal Law 9.985/2000 (SNUC)
- Federal Law 9.605/1998
- Federal Decree 6.514/2008
- ICMBio marine conservation rules
- DECEA ICA 100-40
- ANAC RBAC-E No. 94

Unauthorized drone operations may constitute:
- Wildlife disturbance
- Violation of protected marine conservation rules
- Unsafe flight near visitors
- Unauthorized commercial aerial recording

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## Possible Penalties

Violations may result in:

- Environmental administrative fines
- Drone confiscation
- Suspension of operations
- Removal from protected sectors
- Environmental enforcement proceedings

### Responsible Authorities
- ICMBio
- IBAMA
- Pernambuco environmental authorities
- Brazilian aviation authorities

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## Exceptional Authorization Workflow

Professional operators should:

1. Request authorization from ICMBio
2. Present operational purpose and technical flight plan
3. Obtain DECEA/SARPAS authorization when applicable
4. Demonstrate ANAC compliance
5. Respect wildlife protection and visitor safety protocols

### Additional Seasonal Restrictions
Operational limitations may intensify during:
- Sea turtle nesting season
- Dolphin reproductive activity periods
- High tourism seasons
- Environmental monitoring operations

The airspace over the majestic Chapada dos Veadeiros is open to responsible drone flight operations under strict ecological preservation and safety guidelines. Famous for its ancient quartz crystal formations, deep canyons, and rare Cerrado biodiversity, this region provides a dramatic, wide-open setting for legal aerial content creation. To protect this fragile biome, pilots must fly with extreme care and respect the surrounding conservation rules.






























































Regulatory Framework & Permissions: Drone operations are fully allowed for recreational and landscape capturing. All operators must ensure their aircraft is properly registered with ANAC and ANATEL, and flights must strictly follow DECEA regulations (ICA 100-40) for unmanned aircraft.




Flight Authorization & Coordination: Standard recreational flights do not require a specialized individual environmental permit, but you must log your flight path and request clearance via the SARPAS portal. For professional, commercial, or documentary media productions within the National Park boundaries, obtaining prior written authorization from ICMBio is mandatory.

Geofencing & Flight Conditions: The region's coordinates are not blocked by permanent firmware-level Red Zones by drone manufacturers, meaning your aircraft will unlock and take off normally. However, pilots must be exceptionally careful with the region's climate: the high-altitude and open chapadas produce sudden wind gusts that can destabilize aircraft and accelerate battery drain.


Environmental & Access Restrictions: To keep your flights legal, drones must never disturb or closely track the local fauna, especially endemic species or birds of prey nesting in canyon walls. Additionally, operators must maintain a safe distance from tourist groups on trails and at natural pools to protect public privacy and safety.





Legal Penalties: Flying a drone recklessly over visitors, harassing wild animals, or operating without proper SARPAS logging will lead to immediate flight termination by park rangers. Violations are subject to equipment confiscation, heavy administrative fines under federal environmental protection laws, and criminal prosecution under Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code if airspace safety is compromised.

# Parque Nacional da Chapada dos Veadeiros (Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park)

## Authorization Status
- Recreational Drone Flights: ❌ Generally Prohibited
- Commercial / Scientific Operations: ⚠️ Restricted and subject to prior authorization from ICMBio
- Airspace Compliance: Mandatory compliance with DECEA ICA 100-40 and ANAC RBAC-E No. 94

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## Geographic Map Boundaries
The restriction applies to the federally protected conservation area located in Goiás State, Brazil.

### Affected Municipalities
- Alto Paraíso de Goiás
- Cavalcante
- Teresina de Goiás

### Restricted Operational Sectors
- Saltos Trail region
- Rio Preto waterfall corridor
- Carrossel viewpoint area
- Cânions and Corredeiras sectors
- Sete Quedas crossing route
- Ecological restoration micro-zones
- Wildlife-sensitive Cerrado habitats
- Official visitor circulation trails

### Operational Risk Notes
- High tourist concentration areas
- Protected fauna habitats
- Environmentally sensitive canyon sectors
- Ecological preservation zones monitored by ICMBio

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## Key Regulations & Legal Framework
Applicable legal frameworks include:

- Federal Law 9.605/1998 (Environmental Crimes Law)
- Federal Decree 6.514/2008 (Environmental Administrative Infractions)
- Law 9.985/2000 (National System of Conservation Units - SNUC)
- ICMBio Management Plan Ordinance No. 514/2021
- DECEA ICA 100-40
- ANAC RBAC-E No. 94

Unauthorized drone activity may be interpreted as:
- Disturbance of protected fauna
- Unauthorized commercial imaging
- Risk to public safety
- Violation of protected conservation rules

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## Penalties for Violations
Possible enforcement actions include:

- Administrative environmental fines
- Immediate flight interruption
- Equipment seizure
- Removal from protected areas
- Environmental crime reporting
- Suspension of operational permissions

Enforcement may involve:
- ICMBio
- IBAMA
- Federal environmental inspection authorities

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## Media Authorization Workflow
Professional operators requesting exceptional authorization should:

1. Submit formal operational request to ICMBio
2. Present audiovisual or scientific project justification
3. Obtain DECEA/SARPAS authorization when applicable
4. Demonstrate ANAC operational compliance
5. Respect environmental protection and visitor safety protocols

Additional operational restrictions may apply during:
- Fire prevention periods
- Fauna monitoring activities
- Ecological recovery operations
- High visitation seasons

# IMPORTANT NOTICE: Drone Operations Prohibited in Serra da Capivara National Park

### AUTHORIZATION STATUS: CRITICAL PERMIT REQUIRED (RECREATIONAL FLIGHTS 100% BANNED)
* **Recreational / Amateur Flights:** Completely forbidden. There are no instant, paid, or automatic tourist licenses available anywhere within the park boundaries.
* **Commercial, Media, or Research Flights:** Allowed ONLY under strict, advance analysis. You must hold an environmental license issued by ICMBio and a cultural heritage clearance approved by IPHAN at least 45 days prior.

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Operating an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV/drone) inside this federal conservation unit without prior official clearance is illegal due to strict environmental protection laws, civil aviation safety codes, and the preservation of irreplaceable world heritage.

### 🗺️ Geographic Map Boundaries (Where it is prohibited)

The flight ban applies to the entire official polygon of 129,140 hectares (1,291.4 km²) of the National Park, located in the southeast of the state of Piauí, spanning across the municipalities of São Raimundo Nonato, João Costa, Brejo do Piauí, and Coronel José Dias.
* **Archaeological Canyons Sector:** Absolute no-fly zones around the Boqueirão da Pedra Furada, Baixão das Mulheres, and Toca do Vale da Pedra Furada. Physical drone impacts pose a catastrophic threat to ancient structures.
* **Rock Painting Shelters:** Encompasses all stone walls and canyons containing prehistoric cave paintings (*pinturas rupestres*).
* **Desfiladeiro e Serras Sector:** Vertical rocky ridges where unpredictable wind shear and microbursts cause immediate drone control failures and loss of GPS signal.

### 📜 Key Regulations and Specific Legal Articles

* **ICMBio Regulations:** Federal administrative guidelines governing Protection Integral Units in Brazil completely ban recreational remote-controlled aviation inside National Parks to avoid severe wildlife disturbance and preserve historical environments.
* **IPHAN & UNESCO World Heritage Regulations:** As a UNESCO World Heritage site, the park enforces strict airspace rules. Unauthorized aerial activities that endanger national archaeological monuments are strictly prohibited under federal law to prevent physical degradation from drone crashes.
* **Federal Law No. 9,605/1998 (Environmental Crimes Act - Art. 29, 40 & 62):** Penalizes any action that damages cultural or natural heritage. High-frequency drone noise also disrupts sensitive Caatinga fauna, including jaguars and native birds nesting in rock crevices.

### ⚖️ Penalties for Violations

Failure to comply with these federal regulations will result in immediate legal actions:
1. **Immediate Equipment Seizure:** Physical confiscation of the drone, remote controller, and all storage media by Park Rangers, Federal Police, or Environmental Authorities.
2. **Administrative Financial Sanctions:** Severe environmental and heritage fines applied by ICMBio and IPHAN starting at R$ 5,000.00.
3. **Criminal Penalties:** Detention and criminal prosecution under the Brazilian Penal Code for endangering public safety and committing crimes against national archaeological heritage.

### 🎥 Official Media and Research Licensing (How to request)

For institutional, scientific, or licensed commercial cinematography:
* Permits must be requested at least 45 business days in advance through the official ICMBio SISBIO System and approved by IPHAN.
* Pilots must obtain specific airspace clearance via the DECEA SARPAS system, matching the precise coordinates of the intended sector.

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Thank you for protecting our prehistoric heritage, respecting Caatinga wildlife, and helping preserve the natural integrity of Serra da Capivara National Park.

# IMPORTANT NOTICE: Drone Operations Prohibited in Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park

### AUTHORIZATION STATUS: CRITICAL PERMIT REQUIRED (RECREATIONAL FLIGHTS 100% BANNED)
* **Recreational / Amateur Flights:** Completely forbidden. There is no instant or paid online permit available for tourists anywhere inside the park boundaries.
* **Commercial, Media, or Research Flights:** Allowed ONLY under strict, advance analysis. You must hold a formal environmental license issued by ICMBio and a cleared flight plan from DECEA at least 45 days prior.

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Operating an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV/drone) inside this federal preservation sanctuary without prior official clearance is illegal due to strict environmental protection laws, public safety along canyon trails, and severe geographical aviation hazards.

### 🗺️ Geographic Map Boundaries (Where it is prohibited)

The flight ban applies to the entire official polygon of 240,611 hectares (2,406 km²) of the National Park, spanning across the municipalities of Alto Paraíso de Goiás, Cavalcante, Teresina de Goiás, Nova Roma, and São João d’Aliança.
* **Canyon and Waterfall Sectors:** Includes the Saltos do Rio Preto (120m and 80m drops), Cânion I and II, Cariocas Waterfall, and the complex riverbeds.
* **Trekking Trails Corridor:** Absolute no-fly zones along the Trilha dos Saltos, Trilha dos Cânions, and Sete Setas trail networks.
* **High-Altitude Cerrado Plateaus:** High-exposure zones characterized by intense wind gusts where drone thermal and motor failures are common.

### 📜 Key Regulations and Specific Legal Articles

* **ICMBio Normative Instruction No. 61/2020:** Federal administrative ordinance governing all Conservation Units in Brazil, completely banning recreational remote-controlled aviation inside National Parks.
* **Federal Law No. 9,605/1998 (Environmental Crimes Act - Art. 29 & 40):** Penalizes any acoustic action that alters wildlife behavior. High-frequency drone noise induces intense stress and defensive fleeing in vulnerable Cerrado species, such as the Maned Wolf (Chrysocyon brachyurus), the Jaguar (Panthera onca), and rare nesting macaws.
* **DECEA ICA 100-40 & Weather Hazards:** The complex canyon topography generates severe vertical wind shear and microbursts. Drones face extreme risks of immediate connection loss and battery drainage, leading to crashes into inaccessible ecological zones.

### ⚖️ Penalties for Violations

Failure to comply with these federal regulations will result in immediate legal actions:
1. **Immediate Equipment Seizure:** Physical confiscation of the drone, remote controller, and all storage media by ICMBio Federal Rangers or Environmental Authorities.
2. **Administrative Financial Sanctions:** Severe environmental fines applied by ICMBio starting at R$ 5,000.00 under Federal Decree 6,514/08.
3. **Criminal Penalties:** Detention and criminal prosecution under Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code for endangering air transport safety.

### 🎥 Official Media and Research Licensing (How to request)

For institutional, scientific, or licensed commercial cinematography:
* Permits must be requested at least 45 business days in advance through the official ICMBio SISBIO System.
* Pilots must obtain specific airspace clearance via the DECEA SARPAS system, matching the precise coordinates of the intended sector.

***
Thank you for protecting the Cerrado wildlife, respecting public safety along canyons, and helping preserve the natural integrity of Chapada dos Veadeiros.

The airspace over the magnificent Serra da Canastra National Park is open to responsible drone flight operations under strict ecological preservation and safety guidelines. Protecting a vast area of the Brazilian cerrado biome, this conservation unit is home to rare wildlife, ancient rocky fields, and deep valleys. Drone pilots have a spectacular opportunity to legally record the massive cliffs where rivers plunge into canyons, but flights must be conducted with absolute care to protect the environment and visitors.
























Regulatory Framework & Permissions: Drone operations are allowed for recreational and landscape capturing. All operators must ensure their aircraft is fully registered with ANAC and ANATEL, and flights must strictly follow DECEA regulations (ICA 100-40) for unmanned aircraft.




Flight Authorization & Coordination: Standard recreational flights over the general open trails and lookouts do not require a specialized individual environmental permit, but you must log your flight intent and secure normal clearance through the SARPAS portal. For professional, commercial, or documentary media productions inside the park boundaries, obtaining prior written authorization from the ICMBio park administration is mandatory.

Geofencing & Flight Conditions: The park's coordinates are not permanently blocked by manufacturer-level Red Zones in drone firmware, meaning your aircraft will unlock and take off normally. Contudo, os pilotos devem ter muita atenção com as condições atmosféricas nos altos chapadões, onde ventos fortes e rajadas repentinas podem desestabilizar o aparelho e acelerar o consumo da bateria.



Environmental & Safety Restrictions: To keep your flights legal, drones must never disturb or closely track the local fauna, which includes endangered species like the giant anteater (tamanduá-bandeira), maned wolf (lobo-guará), and birds of prey. Além disso, os operadores devem manter uma distância segura e respeitável dos turistas que visitam os mirantes ou tomam banho nos poços das cachoeiras (como a base da Casca d'Anta) para garantir a privacidade e a segurança pública.


Legal Penalties: Operating a drone recklessly over visitors, harassing wild animals, or flying without a valid SARPAS clearance will lead to immediate flight termination by park rangers. Violations are subject to equipment confiscation, heavy administrative fines under federal environmental protection laws, and criminal prosecution under Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code for endangering airspace safety.

# IMPORTANT NOTICE: Drone Operations Prohibited in Sete Cidades National Park

### AUTHORIZATION STATUS: CRITICAL PERMIT REQUIRED (RECREATIONAL FLIGHTS 100% BANNED)
* **Recreational / Amateur Flights:** Completely forbidden. There are no instant or paid tourist permits available anywhere within the park boundaries.
* **Commercial, Media, or Research Flights:** Allowed ONLY under exceptional circumstances. Requires a mandatory, minimum 45-day technical and archaeological review, environmental licensing from ICMBio, and cultural clearance from IPHAN.

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Operating an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV/drone) inside this federal conservation unit without prior official clearance is illegal due to strict environmental protection laws, civil aviation codes, and the preservation of irreplaceable archaeological heritage.

### 🗺️ Geographic Map Boundaries (Where it is prohibited)

The flight ban applies to the entire official polygon of 6,221 hectares (62.2 km²) of the National Park, located in the northern part of the state of Piauí, within the municipalities of Piracuruca and Brasileira.
* **Rock Formations Sectors:** Covers all seven geological "cities" (structural rock complexes), including the iconic Three Heads, the Map of Brazil, and the Library rock formations.
* **Archaeological Sites:** Absolute no-fly zones around all stone walls containing prehistoric cave paintings (*pinturas rupestres*), where physical drone impacts pose a catastrophic threat.
* **Natural Springs and Trails Corridor:** Includes the Olho d'Água dos Milagres and the pedestrian walking trails used by ecotourists.

### 📜 Key Regulations and Specific Legal Articles

* **ICMBio Normative Instruction No. 61/2020:** Federal administrative ordinance governing all Conservation Units in Brazil, completely banning recreational remote-controlled aviation inside National Parks.
* **IPHAN Heritage Protection Regulations:** Sete Cidades protects crucial archaeological records. Under federal law, unauthorized aerial activities that endanger national archaeological monuments are strictly forbidden to prevent irreversible physical degradation from accidental drone crashes.
* **Federal Law No. 9,605/1998 (Environmental Crimes Act - Art. 29, 40 & 62):** Penalizes any action that damages cultural or natural heritage. High-frequency drone noise also disturbs local Caatinga fauna, such as the Jaguarundi, iguanas, and nesting birds of prey that utilize the rocky crevices.

### ⚖️ Penalties for Violations

Failure to comply with these federal regulations will result in immediate legal actions:
1. **Immediate Equipment Seizure:** Physical confiscation of the drone, remote controller, and all storage media by Park Rangers or Environmental Authorities.
2. **Administrative Financial Sanctions:** Severe environmental and heritage fines applied by ICMBio and IPHAN starting at R$ 5,000.00.
3. **Criminal Penalties:** Detention and criminal prosecution under the Brazilian Penal Code for endangering public safety and committing crimes against national archaeological heritage.

### 🎥 Official Media and Research Licensing (How to request)

For institutional, scientific, or licensed commercial cinematography:
* Permits must be requested at least 45 business days in advance through the official ICMBio SISBIO System and approved by IPHAN.
* Pilots must obtain specific airspace clearance via the DECEA SARPAS system, matching the precise coordinates of the intended geological sector.

***
Thank you for protecting our prehistoric heritage, respecting Caatinga wildlife, and helping preserve the natural integrity of Sete Cidades National Park.

# IMPORTANT NOTICE: Drone Operations Prohibited in Chapada dos Guimarães National Park

### AUTHORIZATION STATUS: CRITICAL PERMIT REQUIRED (RECREATIONAL FLIGHTS 100% BANNED)
* **Recreational / Amateur Flights:** Completely forbidden. There is no instant or paid online permit available for tourists anywhere inside the park boundaries.
* **Commercial, Media, or Research Flights:** Allowed ONLY under strict, advance analysis. You must hold a formal environmental license issued by ICMBio and a cleared flight plan from DECEA at least 45 days prior.

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Operating an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV/drone) inside this federal preservation sanctuary without prior official clearance is illegal due to strict environmental protection laws, public safety along vertical cliffs, and severe geographical aviation hazards.

### 🗺️ Geographic Map Boundaries (Where it is prohibited)

The flight ban applies to the entire official polygon of 32,630 hectares (326.3 km²) of the National Park, located in the state of Mato Grosso, covering parts of the municipalities of Chapada dos Guimarães and Cuiabá.
* **Canyon and Waterfall Sectors:** Includes the iconic Véu de Noiva Waterfall (86m drop), Cachoeirinha, Circuito das Cachoeiras, and Vale do Rio Claro.
* **Vertical Cliffs Edge:** The entire line of sandstone cliffs (*paredões*), including the Cidade de Pedra and Morro dos Ventos viewpoints, where drone loss of signal is common.
* **Trekking Trails Corridor:** All pedestrian tracks, including the Mirante do Centro Geodésico paths, where unauthorized drones pose safety risks to visitors.

### 📜 Key Regulations and Specific Legal Articles

* **ICMBio Normative Instruction No. 61/2020:** Federal administrative ordinance governing all Conservation Units in Brazil, completely banning recreational remote-controlled aviation inside National Parks.
* **Federal Law No. 9,605/1998 (Environmental Crimes Act - Art. 29 & 40):** Penalizes any acoustic action that alters wildlife behavior. High-frequency drone noise induces intense stress and nesting failures in birds of prey that breed directly on the vertical sandstone walls, including the Red-and-green Macaw (Ara chloropterus) and various falcon species.
* **DECEA ICA 100-40 & Thermal Wind Hazards:** The dramatic topography creates extreme atmospheric updrafts and sudden wind shear along the cliff faces. Drones face high risks of thermal runaway, compass errors caused by mineral interference in the rocks, and immediate signal loss, causing aircraft to crash into inaccessible ecological zones.

### ⚖️ Penalties for Violations

Failure to comply with these federal regulations will result in immediate legal actions:
1. **Immediate Equipment Seizure:** Physical confiscation of the drone, remote controller, and all storage media by ICMBio Federal Rangers or Environmental Authorities.
2. **Administrative Financial Sanctions:** Severe environmental fines applied by ICMBio starting at R$ 5,000.00 under Federal Decree 6,514/08.
3. **Criminal Penalties:** Detention and criminal prosecution under Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code for endangering air transport safety and violating federal environmental laws.

### 🎥 Official Media and Research Licensing (How to request)

For institutional, scientific, or licensed commercial cinematography:
* Permits must be requested at least 45 business days in advance through the official ICMBio SISBIO System.
* Pilots must obtain specific airspace clearance via the DECEA SARPAS system, matching the precise coordinates of the intended sector.

***
Thank you for protecting the Cerrado wildlife, respecting public safety along cliffs, and helping preserve the natural integrity of Chapada dos Guimarães.

# IMPORTANT NOTICE: Drone Operations Prohibited in Serra dos Órgãos National Park

### AUTHORIZATION STATUS: CRITICAL PERMIT REQUIRED (RECREATIONAL FLIGHTS 100% BANNED)
* **Recreational / Amateur Flights:** Completely forbidden. No online registration, instant paid permits, or tourist licenses are available for remote-controlled aircraft anywhere inside the park's mountain circuits.
* **Commercial, Media, or Research Flights:** Allowed ONLY under exceptional circumstances. Requires a mandatory, minimum 45-day technical review, environmental licensing from ICMBio, and strict flight path registration through DECEA due to high-altitude mountain rescue corridors.

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Operating an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV/drone) inside this federal preservation sanctuary without prior official clearance is illegal due to strict environmental protection laws, public safety along vertical mountaineering routes, and severe alpine aviation hazards.

### 🗺️ Geographic Map Boundaries (Where it is prohibited)

The flight ban applies to the entire official polygon of 20,030 hectares (200.3 km²) of the National Park, spanning across the municipalities of Teresópolis, Petrópolis, Magé, and Guapimirim in the state of Rio de Janeiro.
* **High Mountain Peaks Sector:** Includes the Dedo de Deus spires, Escalavrado, Pico do Açú, and Pedra do Sino (the highest point at 2,275 meters). Flying here is strictly monitored.
* **Trekking Trails Corridor:** The entire 42-kilometer Petrópolis-Teresópolis crossing route. Unauthorized drones along these narrow ridges endanger hikers and climbers.
* **Lower Forest Sector:** Areas surrounding the Teresópolis headquarters, structural waterfalls, and natural pools characterized by dense Atlantic Forest canopy.

### 📜 Key Regulations and Specific Legal Articles

* **ICMBio Normative Instruction No. 61/2020:** Federal administrative ordinance governing all Conservation Units in Brazil, completely banning recreational remote-controlled aviation inside National Parks.
* **Federal Law No. 9,605/1998 (Environmental Crimes Act - Art. 29 & 40):** Penalizes any acoustic action that alters wildlife behavior. High-frequency drone noise induces intense stress in endangered species like the Jaguarundi, Neotropical Otters, and native birds of prey that nest on the vertical granite rock faces.
* **DECEA ICA 100-40 & Severe Weather Hazards:** The mountain range is notorious for sudden, violent micro-bursts of wind, thermal updrafts, and dense fog (*viração*). Drones face extreme risks of instant battery voltage collapse due to rapid temperature drops, causing aircraft to crash into inaccessible canyons, leaving hazardous lithium-polymer waste.

### ⚖️ Penalties for Violations

Failure to comply with these federal regulations will result in immediate legal actions:
1. **Immediate Equipment Seizure:** Physical confiscation of the drone, remote controller, and all storage media by ICMBio Federal Rangers or Environmental Police.
2. **Administrative Financial Sanctions:** Severe environmental fines applied by ICMBio starting at R$ 5,000.00 under Federal Decree 6,514/08.
3. **Criminal Penalties:** Detention and criminal prosecution under Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code for endangering air transport safety and mountain rescue helicopter operations.

### 🎥 Official Media and Research Licensing (How to request)

For institutional, scientific, or licensed commercial cinematography:
* Permits must be requested at least 45 business days in advance through the official ICMBio SISBIO System.
* Pilots must obtain specific airspace clearance via the DECEA SARPAS system, matching the precise flight window coordinates.

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Thank you for protecting the mountain wildlife, respecting mountaineering safety, and keeping the skies safe for emergency aviation.

# ⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE: Drone Operations Prohibited in Itatiaia National Park

### 🛑 Authorization Status: CRITICAL PERMIT REQUIRED (RECREATIONAL FLIGHTS 100% BANNED)
* **Recreational/Amateur Flights:** Completely forbidden. There is no instant or paid authorization for tourists anywhere in the upper or lower sectors.
* **Commercial, Scientific, or Media Flights:** Allowed **ONLY** under strict, advance analysis. You must hold a formal environmental license issued by ICMBio and a cleared flight plan from DECEA.

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**Operating unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs/drones) inside this conservation unit without prior federal clearance is illegal due to strict environmental protection laws and severe high-altitude aviation hazards.**

### 🗺️ Geographic Map Boundaries (Where it is prohibited)

The flight ban covers the entire official polygon of **28,084 hectares** (280.8 km²) of the National Park, located in the Mantiqueira Mountains on the border of Rio de Janeiro and Minas Gerais.
* **North Boundary:** Extends into the high-altitude plateaus of Itamonte and Alagoa (MG).
* **South Boundary:** Limits with the urban and rural borders of Itatiaia and Resende (RJ), close to the Presidente Dutra highway (BR-116).
* **East/West Limits:** Encompasses the mountainous ridges stretching towards Bocaina and Passa Quatro.
* **Critical No-Fly Zones:** Absolute enforcement at the **Pico das Agulhas Negras** (2,791m), **Maciço das Prateleiras**, **Abrigo Rebouças** (Upper Sector), and the **Véu de Noiva Waterfall** and **Lago Azul** (Lower Sector).

### 📜 Key Regulations & Specific Legal Articles

* **ICMBio Normative Instruction No. 61/2020:** This federal ordinance dictates that any recreational operation of unmanned aircraft inside National Parks is completely forbidden without a previously issued environmental permit.
* **Federal Law No. 9,605/1998 (Environmental Crimes Law - Art. 29 & 40):** Protects the highly sensitive mountain ecosystems. The high-pitched noise of drone rotors causes severe stress to endangered endemic species of the Atlantic Forest high-altitude grasslands, including the **Itatiaia Thryoleucos / Formigueiro-de-topete (Drymophila rubra)** and rare high-altitude amphibians.
* **DECEA ICA 100-40 & ANAC RBAC-94:** The upper plateau experiences extreme micro-climates, sudden dense fog (*viração*), and violent, unpredictable wind shear near the rocky spires. Drones face extreme risks of immediate battery voltage drops due to freezing temperatures, motor overload, and signal loss, which cause aircraft to crash into inaccessible vertical cliffs.

### ⚖️ Penalties for Violations

Anyone caught operating drones inside the park boundaries without authorization will face strict immediate legal action:
1. **Immediate Equipment Seizure:** Confiscation of the drone, remote controller, and all storage media by ICMBio Federal Rangers.
2. **Administrative Financial Sanctions:** Fines starting at **R$ 5,000.00** per infraction under Federal Decree 6,514/08.
3. **Criminal Penalties:** Registration of a federal environmental crime report for damaging a federal conservation unit and endangering protected alpine species.

### 🎥 Official Media & Research Licensing (How to request)

For institutional, scientific, or licensed commercial cinematography:
* Permits must be requested at least **45 business days in advance** through the [ICMBio SISBIO System](https://www.gov.br).
* Pilots must obtain specific airspace clearance via the **DECEA SARPAS** system, matching the precise coordinates of the intended sector.

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*Thank you for respecting the mountain wildlife, protecting fragile high-altitude ecosystems, and helping preserve the natural integrity of Itatiaia.*

The airspace over the majestic Aparados da Serra National Park is open to drone flight operations under tailored ecological guidelines. Home to the breathtaking Itaimbezinho Canyon, deep valleys, and pristine waterfalls, the park offers an unparalleled landscape for legal aerial cinematography. Because it is a strictly protected conservation unit, pilots must coordinate their flights to safeguard both local wildlife and the experience of visitors on the ground.

























Regulatory Framework & Permissions: Drone operations are fully allowed for recreational and educational tracking. Operators must ensure their aircraft is properly registered with ANAC and ANATEL, and flights must strictly follow DECEA regulations (ICA 100-40) for unmanned aircraft.




Flight Authorization & Coordination: Standard flights within the open tourism sectors do not require specialized individual permits, but all pilots must submit their flight intent via the SARPAS system. For professional, commercial, or documentary media creation, it is mandatory to obtain prior written clearance from the park administration (Urbia / ICMBio).

Geofencing & Flight Conditions: The park's coordinates are not restricted by automated Red Zones in drone manufacturer firmware, meaning your drone will unlock and take off without software blocks. However, standard altitude limits apply. Pilots must monitor the abrupt weather shifts, as the canyon is famous for sudden heavy fog (viração) and strong vertical wind drafts.



Environmental Restrictions: To maintain your permission to fly, you must respect the park's biodiversity. It is strictly forbidden to fly close to or disturb nesting birds along the canyon walls (such as endangered eagles) or land mammals. Drones must also maintain a safe distance from the designated tourist trails (like Trilha do Vértice and Trilha do Cotovelo) to protect visitor privacy and safety.


Legal Penalties: Operating a drone in a reckless manner that harasses animals or endangers the public can lead to immediate flight termination by park rangers, equipment confiscation, heavy environmental fines under ICMBio regulations, and prosecution under Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code for endangering airspace safety.

# ⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE: Drone Operations Prohibited in Aparados da Serra National Park

### 🛑 Authorization Status: CRITICAL PERMIT REQUIRED (RECREATIONAL FLIGHTS 100% BANNED)
* **Recreational/Amateur Flights:** Completely forbidden. There is no instant or paid authorization for tourists inside the canyon circuits.
* **Commercial, Scientific, or Media Flights:** Allowed **ONLY** under strict, advance analysis. You must hold a joint authorization from ICMBio, the private concessionaire (Urbia Cânions), and a cleared flight plan from DECEA.

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**Operating unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs/drones) inside this conservation unit without prior official clearance is illegal due to strict federal environmental laws and catastrophic wind shear hazards.**

### 🗺️ Geographic Map Boundaries (Where it is prohibited)

The flight ban covers the entire official polygon of **13,000 hectares** (130 km²) of the National Park, sitting on the border between the states of Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina, including the municipalities of Cambará do Sul, Praia Grande, and Jacinto Machado.
* **North Boundary:** Extends along the deep valleys of the SC state line and complex cliff networks.
* **South Boundary:** Limits with the plateau areas and rural borders of Cambará do Sul.
* **East/West Limits:** Encompasses the entire deep interior of the canyons and the Atlantic Forest slope ecosystems.
* **Critical No-Fly Zones:** Absolute enforcement at the **Cânion Itaimbezinho** (including the Cotovelo and Vértice trails), **Cachoeira das Andorinhas**, **Cachoeira Véu de Noiva**, and the entire **Rio do Boi** trail interior.

### 📜 Key Regulations & Specific Legal Articles

* **ICMBio Normative Instruction No. 61/2020:** This federal ordinance dictates that any recreational operation of unmanned aircraft inside National Parks is completely forbidden without a previously issued environmental permit.
* **Federal Law No. 9,605/1998 (Environmental Crimes Law - Art. 29 & 40):** Protects endangered species. The high-pitched noise of drone rotors causes panic and nesting desertion among rare birds that live directly on the vertical canyon walls, including the **Red-spectacled Amazon / Papagaio-de-peito-roxo (Amazona vinacea)** and various species of eagles and falcons.
* **DECEA ICA 100-40 & ANAC RBAC-94:** The canyon topography acts as a funnel for air masses, generating extreme, unpredictable wind shear, thermal updrafts, and microbursts. Drone operations face extreme risks of immediate structural failure, connection loss, and crashes, which permanently leaves hazardous electronic waste inside pristine, inaccessible valleys.

### ⚖️ Penalties for Violations

Anyone caught operating drones inside the park boundaries without authorization will face strict immediate legal action:
1. **Immediate Equipment Seizure:** Confiscation of the drone, remote controller, and all storage media by Park Rangers or Environmental Police.
2. **Administrative Financial Sanctions:** Fines starting at **R$ 5,000.00** per infraction under Federal Decree 6,514/08.
3. **Criminal Penalties:** Registration of a federal environmental crime report for damaging a federal conservation unit and endangering protected avian species.

### 🎥 Official Media & Research Licensing (How to request)

For institutional, scientific, or licensed commercial cinematography:
* Permits must be requested at least **45 business days in advance** through the [ICMBio SISBIO System](https://www.gov.br) and coordinated directly with the park's concessionaire (**Urbia Cânions**).
* Pilots must obtain specific airspace clearance via the **DECEA SARPAS** system, matching the precise coordinates of the intended sector.

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*Thank you for respecting the mountain wildlife, protecting the rare Red-spectacled Amazon, and helping preserve the natural integrity of Aparados da Serra.*