Drone Rules for Luftsportverein Füssen e.V.
Drone operations face full local restrictions within a 1.5-kilometer safety ring surrounding the Füssen-Schwangau airfield property. Launching any unmanned aerial system inside this containment zone mandatory requires explicit coordination approval from the local flight director prior to takeoff.
Geographical Exception Criteria: Exceptional operational permissions are reviewed on an individual basis. Remote pilots must register prior to the takeoff timeline, submitting a localized coordinate map, proof of valid drone liability insurance, and an active EU remote pilot competency certificate.Aerodrome Fleet Profile: The landing facility operates as a specialized visual flight rules (VFR) aviation hub at the edge of the Alps, catering to non-powered club gliders, high-performance motor gliders (TMGs), active three-axis ultralights (UL), and light general aviation aircraft up to 2 tons maximum takeoff weight (MTOW).Active Launch & Traffic Mechanics: Operational activities utilize a 630-meter grass runway layout (08/26 orientation). High-density local activities involve rapid glider aero-tows (F-Schlepp), high-tension steel cable winch launches with rapid altitude gains, and tight low-altitude thermal soaring circuits monitoring the active frequency 123.005 MHz.Regulatory Standard & Restrictions: In absolute conformity with national geographic protection rules (§ 21h LuftVO), all unauthorized drone operations are legally prohibited inside a 1.5-kilometer lateral buffer zone of this property to protect descending aircraft from the neighboring mountains.On-Site Operational Office: For administrative verification, local wind parameters, and direct flight coordination, contact the managing association base at Luftsportverein Füssen e.V., Füssener Str. 114, 87645 Schwangau.