Dozens of drones confiscated during FIFA World Cup in Atlanta
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 1:55 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The FBI Atlanta has seized 66 drones that violated no-fly zones during the FIFA World Cup festivities in Atlanta as of June 26. The agency has warned drone operators to adhere to airspace restrictions and utilizes the FAA-approved B4UFLY app for compliance. Violators could face fines up to $100,000 or jail time. This clampdown on drone usage underscores the measures in place to ensure safe airspace around the tournament events.
- •66 drones confiscated in Atlanta for violating no-fly zones.
- •FBI warns of potential fines up to $100,000.
- •Operators advised to use B4UFLY app for compliance.
- •Drone violations could lead to jail time.
- 1:55 AMYahoo Sports — FIFA World Cup: Dozens of drones confiscated for defying no-fly zone
"Keep your drones out of the restricted zones.
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