KSUU Drone Restrictions Near Travis Air Force Base

Airport Information

Travis Air Force Base (KSUU) is an active U.S. Air Force installation near Fairfield, California, with published FAA terminal procedures for Travis AFB. The airfield supports military runway operations, so drone operations nearby may be affected by Class D controlled airspace, security-sensitive activity, NOTAMs, or TFRs. See the FAA terminal procedures listing for SUU/KSUU and the official Travis 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 KSUU with LAANC grid overlay and controlled airspace details.

Safety & Compliance

Before flying near KSUU, pilots should:

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

Airspace Restrictions

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

• Controlled airspace: KSUU is treated as controlled airport airspace for UAS planning; obtain FAA authorization before operating where 14 CFR 107.41 applies.
• TFR/security sensitivity: Check FAA TFRs, NOTAMs, and installation notices immediately before flight.
• Nearby airspace: Review Sacramento, Fairfield, and San Francisco Bay Area controlled airspace before transit or repositioning flights.

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

Connected location pages

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