Florida S0870 prohibits drone operation over critical infrastructure facilities without FAA authorization.

Florida S0870 amends the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act to restrict drone operations over critical infrastructure facilities. It prohibits knowingly or willfully operating a drone over such facilities, allowing a drone to make contact with them, or coming close enough to interfere with their operations. Compliance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations is required. The act took effect July 1, 2026.

Florida S0870 prohibits drone operation over critical infrastructure facilities without FAA authorization.

Florida S0870 amends the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act to restrict drone operations over critical infrastructure facilities. It prohibits knowingly or willfully operating a drone over such facilities, allowing a drone to make contact with them, or coming close enough to interfere with their operations. Compliance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations is required. The act took effect July 1, 2026.