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Recreational drone usage not allowed on DOD installations
July 25, 2023 — Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (SUAS), or drones, are growing in popularity. Drones can greatly enhance functions across various commercial industries and are a fun and relatively inexpensive hobby. While drones can be a great hobby, they can also threaten Air Force operations... MORE

A Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems also known as a drone flies above the skies of Texas

Remember, all JBSA installations are no-drone zones
January 5, 2022 — Recreational drone use is strictly prohibited on all Joint Base San Antonio installations, except with documented approval, generally starting at the installation commander level... MORE

What you need to know about drones and small unmanned aircraft systems
December 21, 2016 — Drone technologies have advanced to the point where they are safe and affordable to own and will likely find their way into many homes over the holidays. These systems can be a lot of fun for people of all ages and appear to be here to stay. But before you fly, there are some important things to know about operating drones, also known as small unmanned aircraft systems, or SUAS, at 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio locations. ... MORE

Drone technologies have advanced to the point where they safe and affordable to own and will likely find their way into many homes over the holidays. These systems can be a lot of fun for people of all ages and appear to be here to stay. But before you fly, there are some important things to know about operating drones, also known as small unmanned aircraft systems, or SUAS, at 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio locations.