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Drone Rules for Ipanema

Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro (rj) • Brazil
Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Lat: -22.9846 • Lng: -43.1986

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May 27, 2026 9:05 AM Approved • added the box, sources, rules and description
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Your proposed rule edit for Ipanema Beach has been reviewed. The submitted source supports the claim that drone flights are permitted in Ipanema Beach under specific conditions, including maintaining a horizontal safety buffer of at least 30 meters from individuals who have not explicitly consented to the flight, and avoiding flying directly over dense crowds or nearby coastal roadways. However, the proposed outline appears to be a line segment rather than a polygon representing the actual area of Ipanema Beach. For better clarity and accuracy, please provide a polygonal outline that accurately represents the boundaries of Ipanema Beach.
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  • https://publicacoes.decea.mil.br/publicacao/ICA-100-40 — The operational limits for urban and coastal flights without formal coordination are defined under the standard operations framework of DECEA ICA 100-40, which permits low-altitude flights (up to 40m) provided all ANAC safety distances from people are maintained.
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Rule category Ground Air
Flight status Unknown Allowed
Summary — Recreational and commercial drone flights are permitted without prior DECEA coordination, provided the operation remains at or below 40 meters (130 feet) above ground level, maintains a safe distance from non-consenting crowds, and strictly respects local privacy and weather conditions.
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Ipanema Beach, one of Brazil's most iconic coastal landmarks, offers a spectacular landscape for aerial photography. Because it sits outside the immediate critical no-fly buffers of nearby airports like Santos Dumont (SDU), drone operators can utilize the standard "Access System for Unmanned Aircraft" rules. Under these guidelines, flights under 40 meters do not require formal airspace slot allocation, making it an excellent location for visiting pilots.

However, because Ipanema Beach is a highly frequented public area, drone pilots must strictly adhere to ANAC and DECEA safety protocols to prevent accidents. Pilots must maintain a horizontal safety buffer of at least 30 meters (100 feet) from individuals who have not explicitly consented to the flight. Flying directly over dense crowds on the sand or over nearby coastal roadways (such as Avenida Vieira Souto) is prohibited. Furthermore, pilots should remain vigilant regarding sudden ocean wind gusts and local helicopter corridors that frequently transit along the coastline.
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+ Ipanema Beach, one of Brazil's most iconic coastal landmarks, offers a spectacular landscape for aerial photography. Because it sits outside the immediate critical no-fly buffers of nearby airports like Santos Dumont (SDU), drone operators can utilize the standard "Access System for Unmanned Aircraft" rules. Under these guidelines, flights under 40 meters do not require formal airspace slot allocation, making it an excellent location for visiting pilots.
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+ However, because Ipanema Beach is a highly frequented public area, drone pilots must strictly adhere to ANAC and DECEA safety protocols to prevent accidents. Pilots must maintain a horizontal safety buffer of at least 30 meters (100 feet) from individuals who have not explicitly consented to the flight. Flying directly over dense crowds on the sand or over nearby coastal roadways (such as Avenida Vieira Souto) is prohibited. Furthermore, pilots should remain vigilant regarding sudden ocean wind gusts and local helicopter corridors that frequently transit along the coastline.