FAA issues Temporary Flight Restriction around Paycom Center

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - On Monday, the Federal Aviation Administration announced it has issued a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) around the Paycom Center.

According to FAA officials, the restrictions start tonight from 5:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. for the NBA Finals Thunder Game.

This restriction includes drones.

When are TFRs issued?

TFRs are issued for safety or security purposes.

Reasons for issuing a TFR include:

• Natural disasters such as wildfires and hurricanes
• Certain major sporting events
• Emergency or national security situations

How can I check if there is a TFR in the area where I want to fly?

Active TFRs are published on FAA's TFR list. The TFR list is updated in real-time. The easiest way to see if one exists in your area is to filter by state. You can view details of the TFR in the column titled ‘NOTAM’.

TFRs are also displayed in FAA resources for drone pilots:

• Low Altitude Authorization And Notification Capability (LAANC) – applications provided by FAA-approved companies to deliver airspace authorizations on behalf of the FAA
• B4UFLY App – an app designed for recreational drone flyers

TFR Violations

The FAA investigates all reported Temporary Flight Restriction violations. Pilots who violate TFRs can face sanctions. For more information click here.