UAS/Drone Reporting

wHAT IS A uas?

An unmanned aircraft system (UAS), commonly known as a drone, is defined by statute as an aircraft that is operated without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft (Public Law 112-95, Section 331(8)).

Zero Tolerance Policy: Know Your Drone Zone

Unauthorized UAS/drones that are in violation of restricted airspace on or near Barksdale AFB may be shot down and confiscated.
Failure to comply with official UAS policies, laws and guidance can lead to criminal prosecution and fines at the federal, state and local government levels.
UAS/drone pilots who are in violation of flying in a restricted airspace can be charged with reckless endangerment from local civilian authorities, even when the FAA takes no legal action.

Report Contact Information

Report incident to Security Forces. Contact the Emergency Control Center (402) 294-4245/4246/6110 or click here

UAS Usage over Military Installations

Flying a UAS on or near Barksdale Air Force Base has both safety and legal responsibilities. If you intend on operating a drone near Barksdale AFB assigned airspace, you must have authorization to do so. This page will provide you some guidance and resources to operate your UAS within the legal parameters and in a safe manner.

All UAS/drone flight operations, including Public, Civil, and Model Aircraft, are prohibited within the airspace over select national security sensitive facilities, including Barksdale AFB. These areas are designated “National Defense Airspace.” Operators who do not comply with these drone restrictions may incur criminal charges under 49 USC 46307.

fREQUENTLY aSKED qUESTIONS

Do I need to register my drone and if so, how do I register?
Federal law requires ALL DRONES operated under 14 CFR Part 107 to be registered. The limited statutory exception for recreation requires registration of all aircraft weighing more than .55 pound (250 grams). All registered aircraft must have their registration number displayed on the exterior. You can find information on drone registration at https://faadronezone.faa.gov/#/.
If I'm flying my UAS or drone in my own yard, do I have to register it?
You will need to register your UAS or drone if it weighs more than 0.55 pounds.
How do I report inappropriate UAS or drone usage on Barksdale?
First, be sure to maintain visibility with the UAS. Then, reporting can be done via the Connect App under safety. UAS sightings can be reported to Security Forces at 318-456-2551.
Is a UAS the same as a model aircraft?
Congress defined a "model aircraft" as a UAS that meets all of the following:
- Is capable of sustained flight in the atmosphere
- Is flown within visual line-of-sight of the person operating it
- Is flown for hobby or recreational purposes
How do I know where it is OK to fly and where it is not OK to fly?
The FAA has developed a mobile app called B4UFLY to help recreational UAS or drone operators know whether there are any restrictions or requirements where they want to fly. More information can be found at http://udds-faa.opendata.arcgis.com.

rESOURCES

For more information about UAS usage and where to get up-to-date resources regarding regulations and fly zones check out the following links:

FAA DroneZone: https://faadronezone.faa.gov/#/

What Type of Drone Flyer Are You: https://www.faa.gov/uas/

Mobile App:https://www.faa.gov/uas/recreational_fliers/where_can_i_fly/b4ufly/

FAA UAS Interactive Map: http://udds-faa.opendata.arcgis.com

FAA Waiver Request Instructions: https://www.faa.gov/uas/request_waiver