KBLV Drone Restrictions Near Scott Air Force Base / MidAmerica St. Louis Airport

Airport Information

Scott Air Force Base shares the BLV/KBLV airfield environment with MidAmerica St. Louis Airport in Belleville, Illinois. FAA terminal procedure data identifies BLV/KBLV, and the airfield has active runway operations supporting military and civil aviation. Drone operations near this installation may be affected by controlled airspace, security-sensitive activity, NOTAMs, or temporary flight restrictions. See the FAA terminal procedures listing for BLV/KBLV and the official Scott AFB site.

This airport is classified as Class D airspace. Drone flights within its designated airspace boundary require authorization before launching.

Airport Airspace Map

Interactive FAA ArcGIS map centered on KBLV with LAANC grid overlay and controlled airspace details.

Safety & Compliance

Before flying near KBLV, pilots should:

• Confirm whether the launch point is inside controlled airspace and obtain FAA authorization where required by 14 CFR 107.41.
• Use FAA UAS Facility Map data only as planning guidance; the FAA explains UASFMs do not grant authorization.
• Operations on or over military property may require permission from the controlling authority.

Airspace Restrictions

KBLV airspace planning should start with B4UFLY, LAANC availability, airport proximity, and any Temporary Flight Restrictions that may affect launch or recovery.

• Controlled airspace: KBLV Class D airspace is UAS-relevant and may require FAA authorization before launch.
• Nearby controlled airspace: Review the St. Louis terminal area, including KSTL and surrounding satellite airports, for the exact route and launch point.
• TFR/security sensitivity: Check FAA TFRs, NOTAMs, and installation notices immediately before flight.

Federal Regulations (14 CFR Part 107)

• 107.21 – In-flight emergency procedures and right-of-way rules
• 107.25 – Operation from a moving vehicle or aircraft prohibited
• 107.31 – Visual line of sight requirement
• 107.35 – Preflight checks required before each flight
• 107.39 – Remote pilot in command responsibilities
• 107.51 – Operating altitude limited to 400 feet AGL

How to Get Authorization

• LAANC: Use the LAANC system for instant low-altitude authorization near supported airports — available through apps such as Aloft, Kittyhawk, and others
• FAA DroneZone: Request a Part 107 airspace authorization via faadronezone.faa.gov for operations not covered by LAANC
• B4UFLY: Always run a B4UFLY check immediately before launch to catch last-minute TFRs and NOTAMs

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