Drones Near Airports? Risky, Illegal, and Still Happening.
Drone sightings near airports aren’t new. Between 2020 and 2024, the FAA recorded an average of 1,881 sightings per year. Some states—California, Florida, and Texas—see more incidents, likely due to their higher populations.
The FAA has been clear: flying drones near airports is illegal and extremely dangerous. It poses serious risks to aircraft and passengers. Yet, people still do it.
Source : https://www.faa.gov/uas/resources/public_records/uas_sightings_report
Source : https://commons.und.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1011&context=pe-stu