Drone Rules for Sky Manor Airport
Fly Status: Strictly Prohibited. Airports are protected areas under DECEA’s ICA 100-40 (the new regulation effective July 1, 2026). Operating any drone, including those under 250g, within the vicinity of an airport or in a Flight Restriction Zone (FRZ) without prior approval via SARPAS NG is a federal offense.
Explanation The new ICA 100-40 consolidates all previous rules (revoking the old MCA 56-2 and 56-5) and eliminates the "recreational exemption" for drones under 250g. As of July 2026, all drones are considered aircraft and must be integrated into the national airspace system through official channels.
Core Requirements for 2026 (Brazil):
Mandatory SARPAS NG: You must request airspace access via the SARPAS NG portal for every flight. If your flight location is marked "Red" (FRZ or controlled airspace), the request is subject to rigorous analysis by Air Traffic Control (ATC).
Safety Perimeter: Regulatory standards impose a clear safety buffer (often defined by the FRZ of the airport). Flying within this area without explicit coordination is a violation of the Brazilian Aeronautical Code.
Equipment Compliance:
ANAC SISANT: Mandatory registration for all drones above 250g.
ANATEL: All radio-transmitting equipment must have an official Homologation certificate.
Operational Priority: Under the new rule, you must immediately land or reduce altitude if any crewed aircraft (helicopters, airplanes) are sighted or detected in your vicinity.
How to be "Socially Accepted" Do Not Fly at the Airport: The infrastructure is for commercial/public aviation. Unauthorized drones are viewed as reckless threats to national aviation safety.
Use Official Tools: Always verify your zone on AISWEB or the SARPAS NG map before takeoff. If the area is restricted, find another location.
Join a Club: Flying in federated clubs (recognized by COBRA) is the only way to operate in a pre-approved, insurance-covered environment that complies with DECEA/ANAC standards.