Drone Rules for Galápagos Ecological Airport

Name: Galápagos Ecological Airport
Address: Aeropuerto Seymour de Baltra, Isla Baltra Baltra, HP4J+4C3, Seymour, Ecuador, Seymour, Islas Galápagos, EC

Seymour, Islas Galápagos (Islas Galápagos) • Ecuador

Aeropuerto Seymour de Baltra, Isla Baltra Baltra, HP4J+4C3, Seymour, Ecuador

Lat: -0.444744 • Lng: -90.2689

Ground Not allowed Last updated: Aug 7, 2026

Summary

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Island Reserve Helipad Prohibition Policy. Operating drones near the airfield perimeter or helipad zones is strictly forbidden by law. Environmental and supply helicopters demand completely clear airspace during all arrivals and departures. Park rangers and airport security officers strictly monitor the perimeter to en

Recreational and commercial drone flights are banned to protect both island wildlife and incoming traffic. Emergency medical transport helicopters use the helipads routinely for urgent inter-island evacuations. Violators are subject to severe civil penalties, immediate drone seizure, and potential court prosecution.

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Rule sources

https://www.dgac.gob.ec/regulacion-drones/ — Directorate General of Civil Aviation notice detailing restricted drone zones around regional island airfields and helipads.