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Flying a drone at Danny Lopez Park Model Airplane Field, Tucson

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

Yes. Danny Lopez Park's model airplane field is the only place Tucson allows drones in city parks. It's in uncontrolled airspace, so you can fly up to 400 feet without LAANC.

Status
Fly freely
Airspace
Class G
LAANC
Not required
Land manager
City of Tucson Parks and Recreation

Drone rules at Danny Lopez Park Model Airplane Field

  • City of Tucson park rules prohibit drones in city parks except at Danny Lopez Park's model airplane field and the adjacent turf area.
  • The field is designated for model and unmanned aircraft, including control line, RC aircraft and drones.

Nearby restrictions

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

Sources

↗ City of Tucson park rules (drones)↗ FAA UAS Facility Map data

Danny Lopez Park Model Airplane Field drone FAQ

Can you fly a drone at Danny Lopez Park Model Airplane Field?

Yes. Danny Lopez Park's model airplane field is the only place Tucson allows drones in city parks. It's in uncontrolled airspace, so you can fly up to 400 feet without LAANC.