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Drone Rules for McConnell Air Force Base

Wichita, Kansas (KS) • United States
McConnell AFB, KS, USA
Lat: 37.6319 • Lng: -97.2514

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May 28, 2026 2:14 PM Approved • More accurate and detailed rule list.
Author: 5d104498-9b8a-46f9-a233-92ea3441f332 (32)
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Your proposed edit has been approved. The updated rule now includes specific details about the no-fly status of McConnell Air Force Base, including legal restrictions and the absence of LAANC authorization for civilian recreational use.
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Summary FAA controlled airspace restriction. Review current FAA data and authorization requirements before flying. FAA controlled airspace restriction, no-fly zone. A-683 special-use airspace for military aircraft.
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## FAA facility airspace restriction


            This area appears in FAA_FS_UAS source data. Drone pilots should verify current FAA requirements, LAANC availability, altitude limits, temporary restrictions, and local conditions before flight.

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## FAA military facility special-use airspace restriction

 
Class D controlled airspace. Active military installation. Do not fly here under any circumstances.

            Flying a drone over a military installation is a federal crime under 18 U.S.C. § 1382. Violators face arrest, confiscation of equipment, and federal prosecution. There is no LAANC authorization available for civilian recreational use.
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May 17, 2026 4:47 AM Approved • FAA import FAA_NS_UAS:20170518-DOD-McConnell (KIAB)-Installation 3
Author: jaystechvault (11074)
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Rule category — Air
Flight status — NoFly
Summary — FAA controlled airspace restriction. Review current FAA data and authorization requirements before flying.
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## FAA facility airspace restriction

            This area appears in FAA_FS_UAS source data. Drone pilots should verify current FAA requirements, LAANC availability, altitude limits, temporary restrictions, and local conditions before flight.

            This page is based on imported FAA data and may need additional community review.
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+             This area appears in FAA_FS_UAS source data. Drone pilots should verify current FAA requirements, LAANC availability, altitude limits, temporary restrictions, and local conditions before flight.
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+             This page is based on imported FAA data and may need additional community review.