To assist with search operations after the Hill Country flood, the Federal Aviation Administration, FAA, has issued a Temporary Flight Restriction, TFR, in Kerr, Kendall and Comal counties.

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According to a news release, the TFR restricts aircraft and unmanned aircraft systems, UAS, or drones, from operating without permission. UAS pilots must coordinate with the controlling agency listed.

Due to search efforts in affected areas, there is a high volume of aircraft operating in a tight corridor, so adherence to the temporary flight restrictions rules must be followed for the safety of all aircraft and ground personnel within the area, according to a news release.

The TFR stretches from Hunt in Kerr County to Canyon Lake in Comal County. The TFR went into effect on July 8 and will end July 13.


Only pilots cleared through the Air Operations Center, AOC, may operate within the TFR. After pilots receive clearance, the Joint Air Ground Coordination Team, JAGCT, will track their activity. JAGCT will also manage all aircraft and aircrews for safety and airspace deconfliction.

Authorities will monitor the TFR and report suspicious and non-approved UAS flights to law enforcement for contact and grounding. Documented violations of the TFR will be forwarded to the AOC for coordination with the FAA and FBI, according to a news release.

More details

The area and time frame of the TFR are subject to change, and pilots and UAS operators are advised to regularly check the FAA notices. Active TFRs are published on FAA's TFR list and updated in real time.


TFRs are also displayed in FAA resources for drone pilots:

Those with a legitimate need to operate within the TFR can contact the Air Operations Center – UAS Command at 936-577-2370.