← Back to Aeroporto Internacional de Salvador Luís Eduardo Magalhães
Drone Rules for Aeroporto Internacional de Salvador Luís Eduardo Magalhães
Salvador, Bahia (BA)
• Brasil
Pr. Gago Coutinho, S/N - São Cristóvão, Salvador - BA, 41602-065, Brasil
Lat: -12.9157 • Lng: -38.335
Rules Edit History: Aeroporto Internacional de Salvador Luís Eduardo Magalhães
Showing changes between revisions.
Mapped shape change
Old outline is gray. New outline is blue.
Jun 2, 2026 5:28 PM
Approved
• The airport's authorization perimeter and associated drone flight permission regulations have been implemented.
Moderation feedback
Approved
Confidence: 0.95
Your proposed edit has been approved. It accurately reflects the regulations for drone operations near Salvador International Airport (SSA).
Sources
- https://antigo.anac.gov.br/assuntos/legislacao/legislacao-1/rbha-e-rbac/rbac/rbac-e-94 — General requirements for unmanned aircraft for civil use.
- https://publicacoes.decea.mil.br/publicacao/ICA-100-40 — Unmanned Aircraft and Access to Brazilian Airspace
- https://ajuda.decea.mil.br/base-de-conhecimento/preciso-voar-com-meu-drone-dentro-da-area-de-um-aerodromo-e-agora-2/ — Is it possible to fly a drone within an airfield area?
Changed fields
Mapped shape change
Click to load this change into the shared map viewer here.
Before shape notes
—
After shape notes
- Restricted drone use area - Authorization required.
| Field | Before | After |
|---|---|---|
| Flight status | Unknown | NoFly |
| Summary | — | Drone flights near Salvador International Airport (SSA) may require authorization because of the airport's controlled airspace and its importance as a major aviation gateway serving Bahia and Brazil's northeastern coastline. |
| Mapped shapes | — | 601fd828-09b3-459a-9b66-f9b3a9c4a397 |
Before
After
Airspace Overview Salvador International Airport supports substantial passenger traffic, tourism-related aviation activity, and regional connectivity. Aircraft regularly operate above nearby urban and coastal regions, creating operational environments where drone flights may require additional coordination to maintain aviation safety. Regulatory Framework Drone operators must comply with regulations issued by DECEA, ANAC, and ANATEL regarding access to controlled airspace, aircraft operation, and communications equipment. Flight Authorization Flights planned near airport protection areas may require authorization through the SARPAS platform depending on the specific operational parameters involved. Geofencing Controls Many commercial drone systems recognize airport surroundings as sensitive airspace and may apply warnings, altitude restrictions, or additional authorization requirements. Legal Penalties Violations of applicable aviation regulations may result in administrative actions, monetary penalties, equipment confiscation, or legal consequences where safety is compromised.
Show inline change markers
+ Airspace Overview + + Salvador International Airport supports substantial passenger traffic, tourism-related aviation activity, and regional connectivity. Aircraft regularly operate above nearby urban and coastal regions, creating operational environments where drone flights may require additional coordination to maintain aviation safety. + + Regulatory Framework + + Drone operators must comply with regulations issued by DECEA, ANAC, and ANATEL regarding access to controlled airspace, aircraft operation, and communications equipment. + + Flight Authorization + + Flights planned near airport protection areas may require authorization through the SARPAS platform depending on the specific operational parameters involved. + + Geofencing Controls + + Many commercial drone systems recognize airport surroundings as sensitive airspace and may apply warnings, altitude restrictions, or additional authorization requirements. + + Legal Penalties + + Violations of applicable aviation regulations may result in administrative actions, monetary penalties, equipment confiscation, or legal consequences where safety is compromised.