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Drone Rules for National Mall

Washington, District of Columbia (DC) • United States
Washington, DC, USA
Lat: 38.8875 • Lng: -77.0364
Ground Not allowed Last updated: May 29, 2026

Drones are prohibited on the National Mall per NPS policy and FAA security restrictions. The entire DC core is a restricted airspace.


Drone Rules - National Mall

Drone flights are strictly prohibited on the National Mall.

Key Rules

  • No drone flights anywhere on the National Mall or memorial grounds
  • Commercial use requires a Special Use Permit from the NPS
  • The National Mall is within a permanent Prohibited Area (P-56) with zero tolerance for unauthorized aircraft

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