Drone Rules for Forno Grande State Park
Fly Status: Highly Restricted / Conditional Authorization Required Forno Grande State Park (ES) is a protected conservation unit. Drone use requires prior authorization from IEMA and compliance with ANAC/DECEA regulations. Unauthorized flights are subject to environmental and aeronautical penalties.
Explanation The Forno Grande State Park is a sanctuary for Atlantic Forest biodiversity and endangered species. Drone operations are strictly controlled to prevent environmental impact and ensure site preservation.
Operating drones here involves significant responsibilities:
Wildlife Protection: Drone noise and presence cause stress to protected fauna, potentially disrupting mating and foraging, which constitutes an environmental infraction.
Park Management: IEMA limits recreational flights. Any activity, especially research or commercial filming, requires prior technical evaluation and formal permission.
Operational Risks: The mountainous terrain and unpredictable winds pose technical risks to the aircraft, demanding high operator skill and safety planning.
To legally operate within the park:
Authorization: Request formal written permission directly from IEMA-ES.
Registration: Ensure the equipment is registered with ANAC (SISANT).
Flight Planning: Filing a flight plan via the DECEA SARPAS NG portal is mandatory under ICA 100-40 to validate airspace usage.
Insurance: Professional operations must hold valid third-party liability insurance (RETA).
Sources
Park Management: IEMA-ES (Instituto Estadual de Meio Ambiente e Recursos Hídricos).
Aviation Regulations: ANAC - RBAC 94.
Airspace Framework: DECEA - Instruction ICA 100-40.
Source Note The park is an environmentally sensitive area. Operating drones without specific IEMA authorization and a valid SARPAS NG flight plan is subject to severe environmental fines, equipment seizure, and criminal liability.