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Oct 16, 2026 at 3:09 PM ET
FAA restricts unauthorized drones along southern border
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The FAA said Friday it is barring unauthorized drone flights along the U.S.-Mexico border under a temporary restriction. The restriction applies up to 400 feet above ground and extends one nautical mile north of the border. The effort was announced by the Transportation, War and Homeland Security departments to strengthen airspace security amid concerns about illegal cross-border drug shipments.
WHO: The Federal Aviation Administration
WHAT: The FAA said it is barring unauthorized drone flights along the U.S.-Mexico border under a temporary flight restriction.
WHEN: Oct 16, 2026
WHERE: U.S.-Mexico border
WHY: The restriction is part of a coordinated effort to strengthen airspace security amid government concerns about illegal cross-border drug shipments.
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