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Mar 15, 2026 1:17 PM Rules update • Created initial entry

Place: Chicago O'Hare International Airport

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Field	Before	After
Restriction type	Ground	Air
Flight status	Unknown	NoFly
Summary	—	Chicago O'Hare is located in heavily controlled Class B airspace. Drone flights are strictly prohibited without prior FAA airspace authorization.
Mapped shapes	—	98655a26-8996-4db1-b9f8-a6ef3c3738ec

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## Controlled Airspace
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is surrounded by Class B controlled airspace.
- FAA Authorization: You cannot fly a drone within this airspace without prior authorization from the FAA.
- LAANC: Depending on your exact location relative to the airport, you may be able to request automated authorization through the Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) system. However, areas immediately surrounding the runways typically have a 0-foot ceiling for automated approvals.
- Safety First: Always maintain visual line of sight and yield the right of way to all manned aircraft.

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+ ## Controlled Airspace
+ - Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is surrounded by Class B controlled airspace.
+ - FAA Authorization: You cannot fly a drone within this airspace without prior authorization from the FAA.
+ - LAANC: Depending on your exact location relative to the airport, you may be able to request automated authorization through the Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) system. However, areas immediately surrounding the runways typically have a 0-foot ceiling for automated approvals.
+ - Safety First: Always maintain visual line of sight and yield the right of way to all manned aircraft.