FAA Offers Heads-Up for GA Pilots Flying Near Super Bowl LVIII

The event will come with a TFR, drone restrictions, special air traffic procedures, and extra operational requirements.

Kate O'Connor

Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 05:44 PM ET

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Super Bowl LVIII will take place on February 11 beginning at 3:30 p.m. PST. [Shutterstock]

Key Takeaways:

General aviation pilots flying near Las Vegas for Super Bowl LVIII (February 7-12) must be aware of temporary flight restrictions (TFRs), special air traffic procedures, and additional operational requirements.
A specific TFR will be active on game day, February 11, from approximately 2:30-8:30 p.m. PST, centered on Allegiant Stadium with a 10 nm inner core and 30 nm outer ring.
Special air traffic procedures and parking reservation programs will be in effect for Harry Reid International (KLAS), North Las Vegas (KVGT), Henderson Executive (KHND), and Boulder City Municipal (KBVU) airports from February 7-13.
Super Bowl LVIII is designated a "No Drone Zone," with strict restrictions in place for uncrewed aircraft systems, and pilots should consult the FAA's dedicated webpage and upcoming NOTAM for full details.

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The FAA has asked that general aviation pilots be aware of temporary flight restrictions, special air traffic procedures, and additional operational requirements associated with Super Bowl LVIII.

The Super Bowl procedures and restrictions will affect pilots flying near Las Vegas on February 7-12, with the game itself set for February 11 beginning at 3:30 p.m. PST. The FAA says it will be releasing a notice to air missions (NOTAM) for the event later this month covering “procedures for the game and specific arrival and departure route requirements.” In addition, the agency has set up a webpage dedicated to providing GA pilots with relevant information on Las Vegas-area airports and airspace leading up to the NFL championship game at Allegiant Stadium.