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FAA Expands No-Fly Zone Near DHS Facilities, Criminalizes Drone Filming

1/20/2026

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) establishes a no-fly zone within 3,000 feet of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) facilities and mobile assets.
The order criminalizes drone filming of DHS activities, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations.
It applies to static locations and mobile assets and enables enforcement near ICE vehicles.
The order replaces a previous no-fly zone limited to military bases.

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Story summary

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) establishes a no-fly zone within 3,000 feet of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) facilities and mobile assets.
The order criminalizes drone filming of DHS activities, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations.
It applies to static locations and mobile assets and enables enforcement near ICE vehicles.
The order replaces a previous no-fly zone limited to military bases.