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Drone use is allowed in Los Angeles, unfortunately due to the high population, the number of airports and airfields makes it difficult to find an appropriate site to most operators.
All drone owners have to go through – getting their drone registered with the FAA and getting an identification number for display on the drone.
The use of drone in Los Angeles is regulated under the laws of California. Operators must ensure that they follow the following drone laws when flying in Los Angeles,
Failure to follow these Los Angeles drone laws may lead to a misdemeanor charge, and up to 6 months in jail and a fine of $1,000 to $50,000
-Apollo XI Field Airfield
- San Fernando Valley Flyers
-Sepulveda dam
-Santa Monica pier
-Hollywood Hills
-Lancaster
-MacArthur Park, lake side
Always remember not to use your drone over people in public places an d stay away from populated areas!
A drone permit is not required for recreational drone use. Just be sure to register your drone under the EU standard
Please adhere to the above General Los Angeles Drone Laws however when flying your drone.(What Is Recreational Drone Use?)
A permit is required for commercial drone use in Los Angeles. Click here to purchase a permit, or contact the local aviation authority. (What Is Commercial Drone Use?)
For a detailed guide to bringing your drone on airplanes click here. All drones should be brought on carry on luggage if possible. This is because according to the Montreal Convention, airlines are only liable for losses up to ~$1,000 USD. When traveling internationally, theft and lost luggage can be common issues, particularly if your flight has many connections. If your drone is worth more than $1,000 USD and you cannot bring it onto the plane you should consider shipping it with DHL, Fedex, or UPS instead and fully insure the shipment.
You should NOT place drone batteries in your checked baggage. All drone batteries should be placed in a Medium Size Lipo Battery Bag
Here is some video footage shot by LarkinTV when flying a drone in Los Angeles.
Read all of our Los Angeles Drone Laws, and now looking for drones, parts, accessories, or something else? Read our guide for Buying Drones In Los Angeles. It includes information on drones for sale in Los Angeles, import taxes, payment options, and shipping.
