FAA NOTAMs
< FDC - "Flight Data Center" (Issuing Facility) / NOTAM - "Notice to Airmen">
< 1 nautical mile (nm) = 1.15 statute mile (sm) >
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More Reading:
• The FAA TFR briefing guide explains the various types and uses of TFRs in the National Airspace System (NAS).
• Read how AMA Is Finding A Solution For Special Flight Rules Area (SFRA) in the D.C. Area.
• Read Rich Hanson's In the Air article explaining the effect TFRs have on model aviation.
• Read our letter to the US Department of Homeland Security about the effects of TFRs on model aviation.
Posted 3/18/2024
An FAA NOTAM/TFR has been issued for Dallas, TX and the surrounding areas for Wednesday, March 20, 2024 through Thursday, March 21, 2024 at the times listed below. The TFR was issued for VIP movement in the area. Outdoor radio control model aircraft operations are prohibited within a 30 nm radius for the specific times listed below. Control Line and Free Flight modelers should use discretion when operating within the TFR. Please note that TFRs are subject to change with very short notice. Check back often for the most current NOTAM/TFR information.
See the links to the TFR below for more detailed information regarding the restrictions:
AMA members can also sign up for UASidekick at no cost to view interactive maps of flight restrictions in their area.
Area A
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the MAVERICK VOR/DME (TTT) 359 degree radial at 1.7 nautical miles. (Latitude: 32º53'50"N, Longitude: 97º02'16"W)
Radius: 30 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 20, 2024 at 2145 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1645 CDT)
To March 20, 2024 at 2315 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1815 CDT)
Area B
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the MAVERICK VOR/DME (TTT) 359 degree radial at 1.7 nautical miles. (Latitude: 32º53'50"N, Longitude: 97º02'16"W)
Radius: 10 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 20, 2024 at 2145 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1645 CDT)
To March 20, 2024 at 2315 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1815 CDT)
Area C
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the COWBOY VOR/DME (CVE) 117 degree radial at 6 nautical miles. (Latitude: 32º50'11"N, Longitude: 96º48'16"W)
Radius: 30 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 20, 2024 at 2230 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1730 CDT)
To March 21, 2024 at 1515 UTC (March 21, 2024 at 1015 CDT)
Area D
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the COWBOY VOR/DME (CVE) 117 degree radial at 6 nautical miles. (Latitude: 32º50'11"N, Longitude: 96º48'16"W)
Radius: 12 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 20, 2024 at 2230 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1730 CDT)
To March 21, 2024 at 1515 UTC (March 21, 2024 at 1015 CDT)
Area E
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the MAVERICK VOR/DME (TTT) 359 degree radial at 1.7 nautical miles. (Latitude: 32º53'50"N, Longitude: 97º02'16"W)
Radius: 30 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 21, 2024 at 1430 UTC (March 21, 2024 at 0930 CDT)
To March 21, 2024 at 1615 UTC (March 21, 2024 at 1115 CDT)
Area F
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the MAVERICK VOR/DME (TTT) 359 degree radial at 1.7 nautical miles. (Latitude: 32º53'50"N, Longitude: 97º02'16"W)
Radius: 10 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 21, 2024 at 1430 UTC (March 21, 2024 at 0930 CDT)
To March 21, 2024 at 1615 UTC (March 21, 2024 at 1115 CDT)
TFR - 4/8196
Posted 3/18/2024
An FAA NOTAM/TFR has been issued for Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding areas for Tuesday, March 19, 2024 through Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at the times listed below. The TFR was issued for VIP movement in the area. Outdoor radio control model aircraft operations are prohibited within a 30 nm radius for the specific times listed below. Control Line and Free Flight modelers should use discretion when operating within the TFR. Please note that TFRs are subject to change with very short notice. Check back often for the most current NOTAM/TFR information.
See the links to the TFR below for more detailed information regarding the restrictions:
AMA members can also sign up for UASidekick at no cost to view interactive maps of flight restrictions in their area.
Area A
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the PHOENIX VORTAC (PXR) 265 degree radial at 3.9 nautical miles. (Latitude: 33º26'29"N, Longitude: 112º02'52"W)
Radius: 30 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 19, 2024 at 2330 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1630 MST)
To March 20, 2024 at 0315 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 2015 MST)
Area B
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the PHOENIX VORTAC (PXR) 265 degree radial at 3.9 nautical miles. (Latitude: 33º26'29"N, Longitude: 112º02'52"W)
Radius: 10 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 19, 2024 at 2330 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1630 MST)
To March 20, 2024 at 0315 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 2015 MST)
Area C
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the PHOENIX VORTAC (PXR) 359 degree radial at 13.1 nautical miles. (Latitude: 33º38'52"N, Longitude: 111º55'16"W)
Radius: 30 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 20, 2024 at 0245 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1945 MST)
To March 20, 2024 at 1800 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1100 MST)
Area D
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the PHOENIX VORTAC (PXR) 359 degree radial at 13.1 nautical miles. (Latitude: 33º38'52"N, Longitude: 111º55'16"W)
Radius: 10 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 20, 2024 at 0245 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1945 MST)
To March 20, 2024 at 1800 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1100 MST)
Area E
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the PHOENIX VORTAC (PXR) 147 degree radial at 11.9 nautical miles. (Latitude: 33º14'49"N, Longitude: 111º53'05"W)
Radius: 30 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 20, 2024 at 1730 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1030 MST)
To March 20, 2024 at 2015 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1315 MST)
Area F
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the PHOENIX VORTAC (PXR) 147 degree radial at 11.9 nautical miles. (Latitude: 33º14'49"N, Longitude: 111º53'05"W)
Radius: 10 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 20, 2024 at 1730 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1030 MST)
To March 20, 2024 at 2015 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1315 MST)
Area G
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the PHOENIX VORTAC (PXR) 265 degree radial at 3.9 nautical miles. (Latitude: 33º26'29"N, Longitude: 112º02'52"W)
Radius: 30 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 20, 2024 at 1930 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1230 MST)
To March 20, 2024 at 2130 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1430 MST)
Area H
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the PHOENIX VORTAC (PXR) 265 degree radial at 3.9 nautical miles. (Latitude: 33º26'29"N, Longitude: 112º02'52"W)
Radius: 10 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 20, 2024 at 1930 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1230 MST)
To March 20, 2024 at 2130 UTC (March 20, 2024 at 1430 MST)
TFR - 4/8173
Posted 3/18/2024
An FAA NOTAM/TFR has been issued for Reno, NV and the surrounding areas for Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at the times listed below. The TFR was issued for VIP movement in the area. Outdoor radio control model aircraft operations are prohibited within a 30 nm radius for the specific times listed below. Control Line and Free Flight modelers should use discretion when operating within the TFR. Please note that TFRs are subject to change with very short notice. Check back often for the most current NOTAM/TFR information.
See the links to the TFR below for more detailed information regarding the restrictions:
AMA members can also sign up for UASidekick at no cost to view interactive maps of flight restrictions in their area.
Area A
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the MUSTANG VORTAC (FMG) 235 degree radial at 6 nautical miles. (Latitude: 39º29'54"N, Longitude: 119º46'44"W)
Radius: 30 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 19, 2024 at 1730 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1030 PDT)
To March 19, 2024 at 2045 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1345 PDT)
Area B
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the MUSTANG VORTAC (FMG) 235 degree radial at 6 nautical miles. (Latitude: 39º29'54"N, Longitude: 119º46'44"W)
Radius: 10 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 19, 2024 at 1730 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1030 PDT)
To March 19, 2024 at 2045 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1345 PDT)
TFR - 4/8004
Posted 3/18/2024
An FAA NOTAM/TFR has been issued for Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding areas for Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at the times listed below. The TFR was issued for VIP movement in the area. Outdoor radio control model aircraft operations are prohibited within a 32 nm radius for the specific times listed below. Control Line and Free Flight modelers should use discretion when operating within the TFR. Please note that TFRs are subject to change with very short notice. Check back often for the most current NOTAM/TFR information.
See the links to the TFR below for more detailed information regarding the restrictions:
AMA members can also sign up for UASidekick at no cost to view interactive maps of flight restrictions in their area.
Area A
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the LAS VEGAS VORTAC (LAS) 289 degree radial at 1.5 nautical miles. (Latitude: 36º05'37"N, Longitude: 115º11'08"W)
Radius: 32 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 19, 2024 at 2015 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1315 PDT)
To March 20, 2024 at 0001 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1701 PDT)
Area B
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the LAS VEGAS VORTAC (LAS) 289 degree radial at 1.5 nautical miles. (Latitude: 36º05'37"N, Longitude: 115º11'08"W)
Radius: 10 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 19, 2024 at 2015 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1315 PDT)
To March 19, 2024 at 2145 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1445 PDT)
Area C
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the LAS VEGAS VORTAC (LAS) 337 degree radial at 3.7 nautical miles. (Latitude: 36º08'28"N, Longitude: 115º10'14"W)
Radius: 10 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 19, 2024 at 2045 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1345 PDT)
To March 19, 2024 at 2300 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1600 PDT)
Area D
Airspace Definition:
Center: On the LAS VEGAS VORTAC (LAS) 289 degree radial at 1.5 nautical miles. (Latitude: 36º05'37"N, Longitude: 115º11'08"W)
Radius: 10 nautical miles
Altitude: From the surface up to and including 17999 feet MSL
Effective Date(s):
From March 19, 2024 at 2215 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1515 PDT)
To March 20, 2024 at 0001 UTC (March 19, 2024 at 1701 PDT)
TFR - 4/8003
Posted 2/17/09 (Indefinite)
A NOTAM has been issued in regards to the Washington DC Special Flight Rules Area (SFRA). In the interest of National Security the FAA has codified special flight rules and flight restrictions for certain aircraft operations in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area. The new rules and the NOTAM went into effect on February 17, 2009 and were updated December 1, 2010. The rules and restrictions remain in effect until further notice. Outdoor model aircraft operations are prohibited within the inner portion of the SFRA known as the Washington Metropolitan Flight Restriction Zone (FRZ). TFRs are subject to change with very short notice. Please check back often for the most current NOTAM/TFR information. Timely alerts are also available on the web or on your cell phone at: Twitter.com/modelaircraft.
See the link to the NOTAM and the Map View of the Affected Area below for more detailed information regarding the restrictions:NOTAM - Washington DC Metropolitan Special Flight Rules Area
NOTAM/TFR Updated 11/18/10 - 0/8326
Map View of the Special Flight Rules Area
View the TFR in Google Earth
(Open the KML file or download and open in Google Earth)
Posted 10/27/14 (Indefinite)
A permanent nationwide NOTAM/TFR has been issued for the airspace surrounding major sporting events. Special security instructions; commencing one hour before the scheduled time of the event until one hour after the end of the event… All aircraft operations; including parachute jumping, unmanned aircraft and remote controlled aircraft, are prohibited within a 3 nm radius from the surface up to and including 3,000' above ground level of any stadium having a seating capacity of 30,000 or more people where either a regular or post season Major League Baseball, National Football League, or NCAA division one football game is occurring. This NOTAM also applies to NASCAR, Sprint Cup, Indy Car, and Champ series races excluding qualifying and pre-race events. Flights conducted for operational purposes of any event, stadium or venue and broadcast coverage for the broadcast rights holder are authorized with an approved airspace waiver. An FAA airspace waiver does not relieve operators from obtaining all other necessary authorizations and complying with all applicable federal aviation regulations. The restrictions described above do not apply to those aircraft authorized by and in contact with ATC for operational or safety of flight purposes, department of defense, law enforcement, and air ambulance flight operations. TFRs are subject to change with very short notice. Please check back often for the most current NOTAM/TFR information. Timely alerts are also available on the web or on your cell phone at: Twitter.com/modelaircraft.
See the link to the NOTAM below for more detailed information regarding the restrictions:Posted 10/27/14 (Indefinite)
Permanent NOTAM/TFRs have been issued for the airspace surrounding the Disneyland and Disney World theme parks. Special security instructions; all aircraft flight operations, including unmanned and remote controlled aircraft, are prohibited within a 3 nm radius of Disneyland (Anaheim, CA) and Disney World (Orlando, FL) from the surface up to and including 3,000’ above ground level. The restrictions do not apply to those aircraft authorized by and in contact with ATC for operational or safety of flight purposes, Department of Defense, law enforcement, and air ambulance flight operations. Flights conducted for operational purposes of any Disneyland/Disney World event and venue are authorized with an approved waiver. An FAA airspace waiver does not relieve operators from obtaining all other necessary authorizations and complying with all applicable federal aviation regulations.TFRs are subject to change with very short notice. Please check back often for the most current NOTAM/TFR information. Timely alerts are also available on the web or on your cell phone at: Twitter.com/modelaircraft.
See the links to the NOTAMs below for more detailed information regarding the restrictions:Map View of the Affected Areas
View the Disney World TFR in Google Earth
View the Disneyland TFR in Google Earth
(Open the KML file or download and open in Google Earth)-
- FRZ - Approx, 15nm radius from Latitude: 38º51’34”N, Longitude: 077º02'11"W
The DC FRZ is that airspace depicted beginning at Latitude: 38º59’31”N, Longitude: 077º18'30", thence clockwise along a 15nm arc from the DCA/VOR (Latitude: 38º51’34”N, Longitude: 077º02'11"W) to Latitude: 39º06’28”N, Longitude: 077º04'32"W, thence southeast via a line drawn to Latitude: 39º02’18”N, Longitude: 076º50'38"W, thence south via a line drawn to Latitude: 38º59’01”N, Longitude: 076º48'32"W, thence clockwise along a 13nm arc from the DCA/VOR to Latitude: 38º50’53”N, Longitude: 077º18'48", thence north to the point of beginning, excluding the airspace within a 1nm radius of Freeway Airport, Mitchellville, MD. The FRZ is within and part of the Washington Special Flight Rules Area (SFRA). - Disney World (Indefinite)
(3nm radius from Latitude: 28º24'45"N, Longitude: 81º34'20"W) - Disneyland (Indefinite)
(3nm radius from Latitude: 33º48'05"N, Longitude: 117º55'17"W)
- FRZ - Approx, 15nm radius from Latitude: 38º51’34”N, Longitude: 077º02'11"W
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