FAAFinal Rule
Restricted Areas: Fort Gordon, GA
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Summary
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has established restricted airspace around Fort Gordon, a major U.S. Army installation in Georgia, to protect national security and military operations. This means aircraft and drones are prohibited from flying over or near the base without special permission from the FAA.
Key Points
- 1The FAA is creating a no-fly zone around Fort Gordon to prevent unauthorized aircraft from entering military airspace
- 2Pilots and drone operators must avoid this restricted area or face federal penalties and possible fines
- 3The restriction helps protect sensitive military installations and operations from security threats
- 4Pilots can request special authorization from the FAA if they have legitimate reasons to fly near the base
- 5This rule went into effect in September 2025 and applies to all manned aircraft and unmanned drones in the affected area
Impact Assessment
If you are a drone operator or aircraft pilot, this means you cannot fly in the airspace around Fort Gordon without obtaining special FAA authorization.
Impact Level
Moderate
Geographic Scope
State-specific
Compliance Cost
Minimal
Who is Affected
Transportation CompaniesTechnology CompaniesHomeowners
Key Dates
Published
September 8, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Amends CFR Sections
14 CFR Part 7314 CFR Part 91
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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