No-Fly Zone Declared Around Seattle's Lumen Field for 2026 FIFA World Cup
U.S. federal officials have called on drone operators to stay away from Seattle's Lumen Field — temporarily renamed Seattle Stadium — during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The venue will host six World Cup matches, and no-fly restrictions apply to recreational drone users in the coming weeks. Unauthorized flights within the Temporary Flight Restriction zone could result in civil fines or criminal prosecution.
Highlights
- U.S. federal officials have formally declared a no-fly zone around Seattle's Lumen Field (renamed Seattle Stadium) for the duration of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Lumen Field will host six 2026 FIFA World Cup matches as part of the tournament co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
- The FAA's Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) applies to both recreational and commercial drone operators, with violations potentially resulting in civil fines or criminal prosecution.
- Officials are specifically targeting messaging at recreational drone users to ensure compliance during match days.
By Jim Magill, Contributing Editor, DRONELIFE
U.S. federal officials formally urged drone operators on Monday to keep their aircraft away from Seattle's Lumen Field in the coming weeks. The stadium will be temporarily renamed "Seattle Stadium" during the 2026 FIFA World Cup and is scheduled to host six group-stage and knockout-round matches.
"We are getting the message out to recreational drone users," officials said, emphasizing that strict no-fly restrictions will be enforced over the venue during match days to ensure event safety and public order.
Background on the Flight Restrictions
Major sporting events and large public gatherings are among the most common occasions for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to issue Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs). As one of the largest sporting events in the world, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to draw enormous crowds to all host cities, making robust airspace security a top priority.
Under the regulations, operating a drone within a TFR without authorization can result in civil penalties or even criminal charges. Federal officials stressed that the restrictions apply not only to commercial drone operators but equally to recreational users flying for personal enjoyment.
Seattle's World Cup Schedule
Lumen Field — operating as Seattle Stadium during the tournament — is set to host a total of six 2026 FIFA World Cup matches. Seattle is one of the host cities for the tournament co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and airspace security during the event is being treated with the utmost seriousness.
Drone operators are advised to consult the FAA's official platforms or relevant apps before flying in the area to confirm local airspace restrictions and avoid inadvertent violations.
Originally reported by DRONELIFE. Translated and edited for international readers.
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