⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE: Drone Operations Prohibited in Vila Velha State Park

Drone flights are strictly prohibited within the boundaries of Vila Velha State Park. Operating unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs/drones) in this area is illegal due to environmental protection laws and safety regulations regarding geological formations.

📜 Key Regulations and Authorities

• IAT Environmental Laws: The Water and Land Institute (IAT - Instituto Água e Terra) strictly bans unauthorized drones. The park is a Conservation Unit, and drone noise disturbs native wildlife, such as maned wolves and birds.
• Geological Preservation: The park's famous sandstone formations (Arenitos) are extremely fragile. Unauthorized drone crashes risk damaging these ancient, protected geological structures.
• ANAC & DECEA Compliance: The National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) and the Department of Airspace Control (DECEA) forbid unauthorized flights over crowds of tourists, open panoramic elevators, and walking trails.

⚖️ Penalties for Violations

Failure to comply with these regulations will result in serious legal consequences:

1. Immediate interception and confiscation of the drone by park security.
2. Heavy environmental fines applied by IAT and environmental police.
3. Potential prosecution for environmental crimes against heritage protection laws.

🎥 Professional Media Permits

If you require authorization for professional filming, scientific research, or commercial purposes, you must:

• Request formal authorization well in advance from the IAT and the park's private concessionaire (Parque Vila Velha).
• Secure mandatory flight approval and registration via the DECEA SARPAS system.

Thank you for your cooperation in preserving our geological heritage and keeping Vila Velha State Park safe for all visitors.