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Flying a drone at Catalina RC Modelers Field, Tucson

Permit neededLast verified Nov 9, 2026 · 2 public sources
Can you fly a drone here?

With club permission. This is an FAA-recognized club flying field run by Catalina RC Modelers (AMA #1841). It's in uncontrolled airspace, so you don't need LAANC, but contact the club before visiting.

Status
Permit needed
Airspace
Class G
LAANC
Not required
Land manager
Catalina RC Modelers (AMA #1841)

Drone rules at Catalina RC Modelers Field

  • This is a club flying field run by Catalina RC Modelers (AMA #1841) and recognized by the FAA as a FRIA, so drones without Remote ID can fly inside its boundary.
  • Contact the club before you visit. Club fields set their own membership, safety and guest rules.
  • A FRIA doesn't change airspace rules: you still need LAANC if the field is in controlled airspace.

Nearby restrictions

  • Check for temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) in a LAANC or B4UFLY app before every flight.

Getting there

6811 N. Casa Grande Highway, Tucson.

Sources

↗ FAA: FAA-Recognized Identification Areas (FRIAs)↗ FAA UAS Facility Map data

Catalina RC Modelers Field drone FAQ

Can you fly a drone at Catalina RC Modelers Field?

With club permission. This is an FAA-recognized club flying field run by Catalina RC Modelers (AMA #1841). It's in uncontrolled airspace, so you don't need LAANC, but contact the club before visiting.