Drone Rules for Jericoacoara
You can legally fly your drone at Jericoacoara, as the airspace is entirely open for responsible coastal use. To ensure a safe and successful flight, you must register your drone with ANAC/ANATEL, request flight clearance via the SARPAS system, keep a safe distance from beachgoers and tourists gathered on the sunset du
The airspace over the breathtaking Jericoacoara region is open to responsible drone flight operations under tailored environmental and safety guidelines. Nestled inside a protected National Park area mixed with a vibrant eco-tourism village, it provides a striking combination of rolling desert dunes and ocean scenery. To keep this fragile coastal ecosystem safe, pilots must meticulously manage their flights around strong Atlantic winds, local wildlife,
Regulatory Framework & Permissions: Drone operations are allowed for recreational and landscape capturing. All pilots must ensure their equipment is fully 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 open public beaches and general dune areas do not require an individual environmental permit, but you must log your flight intent and secure normal clearance through the SARPAS portal. For professional, commercial, or documentary media creations inside the strict National Park boundaries, obtaining prior written authorization from the ICMBio park administration is mandatory.
Geofencing & Flight Conditions: The area's coordinates are not permanently blocked by manufacturer-level Red Zones in drone firmware, meaning your aircraft will unlock and take off normally. However, pilots must be exceptionally prepared for intense, constant coastal winds (which make Jericoacoara a world capital for windsurfing). These winds can rapidly drain batteries, cause aircraft drift, and challenge flight stability.
Environmental & Safety Restrictions: To keep your flights legal, drones must never fly directly over large crowds of tourists relaxing on the beach, gathering at the famous Sunset Dune (Duna do Pôr do Sol), or walking near the narrow path to Pedra Furada. Operators must maintain a safe distance from people to protect public safety and privacy. Additionally, drones must never harass or closely track local wildlife, including migratory birds or marine life.
Legal Penalties: Flying a drone recklessly over crowds, disrupting the peace of the preservation zones, or operating without a valid SARPAS clearance will lead to immediate flight termination by environmental authorities or local police. Violations face 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.