Can you fly a drone near BWI or Martin State Airport?
BWI Marshall & Martin State airports
Flying within 7 miles of BWI or 5 miles of Martin State requires FAA airspace authorization through LAANC or DroneZone. The airports and control towers can't grant it, and most LAANC requests are approved almost instantly. Near Martin State, recreational flyers not operating under Part 107 should also get permission from the Chesapeake Bay Miniature Aircraft Association. No flying while a temporary flight restriction is active.
Maryland Aviation Administration (MDOT MAA) drone page, verified 10/1/2026
Rules change. Always confirm with the source above before you fly, and check airspace in the FAA's B4UFLY app. Pins and circles on the map are approximate.
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