Can You Fly a Drone Near Yankee Stadium in the Bronx?

Stadium TFR During Events

Yankee Stadium, located in the South Bronx, is subject to Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) during MLB games and other major events. These TFRs typically establish a restricted zone with the following parameters:

• Radius: 3 nautical miles centered on the stadium
• Altitude: Surface to 3,000 ft MSL
• Timing: Active during the event plus approximately one hour before and after

During an active TFR, no drone operations are permitted within the restricted area without explicit FAA authorization. This restriction affects a wide area of the South Bronx and may extend into parts of northern Manhattan and Harlem.

Non-Game-Day Restrictions

Even when no TFR is active, the area around Yankee Stadium remains within New York Class B airspace. The South Bronx is affected by LaGuardia Airport’s airspace, with LAANC grid ceilings that may be at 0 ft AGL. Both LAANC authorization (or DroneZone approval) and an NYPD Unmanned Aircraft Permit are required for any drone flight.

How to Check for Active TFRs

Before planning any drone flight in the South Bronx area, always check for active Temporary Flight Restrictions:

• FAA NOTAM Search: notams.aim.faa.gov
• B4UFLY app: Shows active TFRs on a map overlay
• MLB game schedule: Cross-reference with the New York Yankees schedule to anticipate game-day TFRs

Consequences

Flying a drone into an active TFR is a serious federal violation that can result in FAA civil penalties up to $75,000 per violation, potential criminal prosecution, and drone seizure. Unauthorized flights near stadiums during events have historically drawn immediate law enforcement response.