Drone Rules for Torres Airport
Critical No-Fly Zone covering Torres Airport (SBTR). All unauthorized drone flights are strictly prohibited within this airspace to eliminate collision risks with regional executive aircraft, medical evacuation flights, and seasonal tourism aviation. Only exceptional operations with explicit DECEA clearance via SARPAS
Torres Airport (SBTR) is a regional airfield located on the northern coast of Rio Grande do Sul. It serves as a key transit point for private corporate aircraft, government flights, and emergency medical evacuations. During the summer peak season, the airport experiences a notable increase in general aviation traffic, including panoramic tourist flights, skydiving operations, and private helicopters.
The airfield is situated near major coastal highways and expanding urban-tourist sectors. Because arriving and departing aircraft operate under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) at low altitudes directly over the surrounding terrain and coastal approaches, uncoordinated drone activity creates an immediate risk to flight safety. Spontaneous or recreational drone flights within the airfield perimeter or its active traffic patterns are completely banned under federal law (Brazilian Penal Code, Art. 261).
Regulatory Authorities: DECEA, ANAC, and the Government of the State of Rio Grande do Sul (or contracted operator).
Primary Framework: ICA 100-40 (DECEA) and Article 261 of the Brazilian Penal Code.
Flight Planning Portal: Operational safety grids and airspace restrictions are managed via SARPAS NG and Aisweb.