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Tennessee Drone Laws (2026): State Rules, Local Ordinances & FAA

Complete guide for commercial and recreational UAS operators

Restrictive Regulatory Environment
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State Overview

Tennessee imposes some of the nation's strictest drone regulations, particularly around critical infrastructure protection (Class E felony for flights within 250 feet), surveillance restrictions with per-image penalties, and recent expansions covering schools and ticketed events. The state requires written permission for state park operations and restricts TVA-developed lands. Commercial and recreational operators face significant liability exposure.

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State Drone Laws

Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-903(a)(6)

Critical Infrastructure Surveillance – 250-Foot Perimeter Rule

Critical Infrastructure

Prohibits knowingly flying a drone within 250 feet of the perimeter of any critical-infrastructure facility (electrical generation, transmission, distribution substations, petroleum refineries, chemical/rubber manufacturing, hazardous-substance storage, water/wastewater treatment, natural-gas/propane storage/transmission/distribution, railroad yards not open to public, communication service facilities) for purposes of surveillance, gathering evidence, or recording critical-infrastructure data, without the business operator's written consent.

Effective: Jul 1, 2016Class E felony – 1 to 6 years imprisonment and/or up to $3,000 fine
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Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-903(a)(1)–(5)

Unlawful Drone Surveillance – Misdemeanor Violations

Privacy

Makes it a Class C misdemeanor to: (1) use a drone to capture images of an individual or privately owned property with intent to conduct surveillance where person has reasonable expectation of privacy; (2) knowingly use lawfully-captured law enforcement images in violation of privacy rules; (3) capture images of an individual or event at an open-air venue with 100+ attendees for a ticketed event without consent; (4) operate a drone within or over a designated fireworks discharge site, display site, or fallout area during an event without consent; (5) operate a drone over correctional facility grounds. Each unlawfully captured image constitutes a separate offense.

Effective: Jul 1, 2014Class C misdemeanor – up to 30 days jail and/or $50 fine per image/violation. Distributing unlawfully captured images escalates to Class B misdemeanor (up to 6 months jail and/or $500 per image).
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Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-903(a)(7)

Ticketed Entertainment Event – 400-Foot Radius Rule

harassment

Creates a Class A misdemeanor offense when a person operates an unmanned aircraft within 400 feet of or above a ticketed entertainment event (concerts, festivals, sports events, fairs, any event with admission charges).

Effective: Jul 1, 2026Class A misdemeanor – up to 11 months 29 days jail and/or up to $2,500 fine
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Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-903(a)(8)

Unmanned Aircraft Over School Grounds

safety

Creates a Class C misdemeanor offense for knowingly using an unmanned aircraft over the grounds of any school during school hours or when the school is being used for educational purposes.

Effective: Jul 1, 2026Class C misdemeanor – up to 30 days jail and/or $50 fine
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Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-14-405

Criminal Trespass – Drone Overflight

Trespass

Defines 'enter' for criminal trespass purposes to include causing an unmanned aircraft to enter the airspace above someone's land 'not regulated as navigable airspace' by the FAA. Low-altitude drone overflight of clearly private property without consent constitutes criminal trespass. Three affirmative defenses: reasonable belief consent was granted, conduct did not substantially interfere with property owner's use, or immediately departed upon request.

Effective: Jan 1, 2014Class C misdemeanor – up to 30 days jail and/or $50 fine
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Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-609

Freedom from Unwarranted Surveillance Act – Law Enforcement Drone Use

Law Enforcement

Restricts law-enforcement drone use. Police agencies generally require a warrant to conduct drone surveillance, with narrow exceptions: reasonable suspicion of imminent danger to life, search for a fugitive, missing-person searches, and hostage situations. Any data collected must be deleted within 15 business days unless directly relevant to the lawful reason for the flight or to an investigation. Persons aggrieved by a violation have civil standing to sue.

Effective: Jan 1, 2013Violation may result in civil liability; unlawfully obtained evidence is inadmissible in state criminal prosecutions
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Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-902(a)

Lawful Capture of Images – Permitted Uses

General

Lists 15+ exceptions to drone surveillance prohibitions, including: professional/scholarly research by higher education institutions, FAA test sites, military operations, satellite mapping, utility infrastructure inspection (for electric/natural gas utilities with authorization), property owner consent, law enforcement with warrant, state emergency management, fire suppression, rescue operations, real estate photography (no identifiable persons), oil/gas/water pipeline inspection, port authority surveillance, licensed film production with proper permits, commercial Part 107 operations, state/local government agencies following § 39-13-609 requirements, and land surveying/DOT/photogrammetric mapping.

Effective: Jan 1, 2014No penalty; these uses are lawful
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Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-1777

Surveillance of Hunters and Fishers

hunting

Makes it a Class C misdemeanor for any private entity to use a drone to conduct video surveillance of a private citizen lawfully engaged in hunting or fishing without the person's written consent.

Effective: Jul 1, 2014Class C misdemeanor – up to 30 days jail and/or $50 fine
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Tenn. Code Ann. § 70-4-301 to 303 (Hunter Protection Act) and TWRA Rule 1660-01-33

Drone Use for Deer Recovery – Authorized Use

wildlife

As amended by SB 130 (Public Chapter 478), authorizes TWRA to promulgate rules permitting the use of drones to locate and retrieve deer that have been wounded by hunters. Authorizes use on private land between 30 minutes after official sunset and midnight for recovery of wounded deer only. No hunting implements may be in the recovery party at the time of the flight. Scouting or harassment remains prohibited.

Effective: Jul 1, 2025Unauthorized use outside of authorized recovery parameters: Class C misdemeanor
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Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-02-02-.02

State Parks Aircraft Operations Policy

General

Drones are classified as aircraft under Tennessee state parks regulations. Requires written park-manager approval before takeoff or landing inside any Tennessee state park boundary, unless using a designated landing area (most parks have none). Restricts operations within 500 feet of bathing beaches, boat docks, floats, piers, or ramps, and prohibits operation within one mile of water-controlled structures like dams and spillways.

Effective: Jan 1, 2015Park rule violation; ejection from park and/or citation at park manager's discretion
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18 CFR Part 1304 (TVA Public Lands Rule)

Tennessee Valley Authority Drone Operations Policy

General

Prohibits public drone operation on and over all developed TVA public lands, facilities, and structures – including dam reservations, developed recreation areas (campgrounds, day-use areas), power-plant reservations, power substations, and transmission lines. Permits operation over undeveloped TVA land and water, away from dams, substations, and developed recreation areas. Independently prohibits drone use that harasses wildlife. Operators are personally and fully liable for damage to TVA structures or persons.

Effective: Jan 1, 2014Civil penalties and personal liability for damages; potential criminal charges under federal law
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14 CFR § 99.7 (Federal Stadium TFR)

Federal Temporary Flight Restrictions – Stadium Events

safety

Federal FAA rule prohibiting drone operation within 3 nautical miles of stadiums seating 30,000 or more during MLB, NFL, NCAA Division I football, and major motorsport events – one hour before through one hour after the event. Applies to Tennessee venues including Neyland Stadium (Knoxville), Nissan Stadium (Nashville), and FedExForum (Memphis).

Effective: Jan 1, 2010Federal civil penalties up to $32,666 per violation and/or criminal prosecution with fines up to $250,000 and up to 1 year imprisonment
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NPS Policy Memorandum 14-05

National Park Service Drone Ban

General

Bans the operation, launching, or landing of all drones and other unmanned aircraft systems in all U.S. National Park Service units, including Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This is a federal policy that applies in Tennessee.

Effective: Jun 20, 2014Federal civil penalties up to $5,000 and/or up to 6 months imprisonment
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Local/Municipal Ordinances

Nashville

city
Metro Code § 13.24.400 – Aviation in Metro Parks

Prohibits bringing, landing, or causing any aircraft (including drones) to alight in any Davidson County park, with exception of three designated flying areas.

Restrictions

Drones prohibited in all Davidson County parks except: (1) Warner Park, (2) Peeler Park, and (3) Cane Ridge. A permit is required even in these three designated areas. Film and video permits handled separately by Nashville Film Office; approval for non-designated parks is rare.

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Memphis

city
Shelby Farms Park Drone Operations – Drone Zone Permit

Shelby Farms Park in Memphis permits recreational drone operations under specific conditions and a designated 'Drone Zone' requiring permits.

Restrictions

Recreational drones 250g or less allowed with restrictions – no flights over guests, pets, or vehicles. Commercial flights and larger drones require separate permission. Individual Memphis parks (e.g., Overton Park) have their own restrictions; check with Memphis Parks and Recreation before launching.

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Chattanooga

city
City Code Chapter 8 – Aviation Ordinance

Chattanooga's Code of Ordinances Chapter 8 addresses aviation citywide; no standalone comprehensive drone-in-parks ordinance published.

Restrictions

No specific drone-in-parks ordinance detailed. Operators must be aware of the critical infrastructure 250-foot felony rule (Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-903(a)(6)) as applied locally: Chickamauga Dam is inside the metro, and Sequoyah Nuclear Plant is ~20 miles north. Chattanooga is Class C airspace under CHA; LAANC authorization required.

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Knoxville

city
Knoxville Parks – No Comprehensive Drone Ordinance

Knoxville has no comprehensive drone-in-parks ordinance; airspace restrictions dominate.

Restrictions

Downtown Knoxville is under McGhee Tyson (TYS) Class C shelf, with Island Home Airport (DKX) Class D closer in. LAANC is the binding constraint for central-Knoxville flights. Commonly flyable locations: Lakeshore Park (West Knoxville) and House Mountain (Knox County, east of city).

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Penalty & Fine Schedule

Critical infrastructure surveillance (Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-903(a)(6)) – flying within 250 feet of perimeter with surveillance intent

ClassificationClass E Felony
FineUp to $3,000
Imprisonment1 to 6 years
EnforcementTennessee Highway Patrol, Local Law Enforcement, U.S. Attorney (federal overlay)

Highest penalty for drone-specific violation in Tennessee. TVA facilities (substations, transmission lines, dams) are primary targets. Requires written consent from facility operator for lawful operations.

Ticketed entertainment event operation within 400 feet (Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-903(a)(7))

ClassificationClass A Misdemeanor
FineUp to $2,500
ImprisonmentUp to 11 months 29 days
EnforcementLocal Law Enforcement, Event Security

Covers Bonnaroo, CMA Fest, Memphis in May, Iroquois Steeplechase, private ticketed concerts, any 100+ person ticketed event. Get written consent from promoter.

Unlawful surveillance of person or property (Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-903(a)(1)) – each captured image

ClassificationClass C Misdemeanor
Fine$50 per image
ImprisonmentUp to 30 days per offense
EnforcementLocal Law Enforcement

Per-image penalty model. A 90-second flight yielding 60 frames could result in 60 misdemeanor charges. Distributing unlawfully captured images escalates to Class B misdemeanor ($500 per image, up to 6 months jail).

Surveillance of hunters or fishers without consent (Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-1777)

ClassificationClass C Misdemeanor
Fine$50
ImprisonmentUp to 30 days
EnforcementTWRA Officers, Local Law Enforcement

Applies to private entities only. TWRA-authorized deer recovery is excluded.

Drone overflight of fireworks site during event (Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-903(a)(4))

ClassificationClass C Misdemeanor
Fine$50
ImprisonmentUp to 30 days
EnforcementLocal Law Enforcement, Event Security

Applies to Fourth of July, New Year's Eve, and any organized fireworks event.

Unmanned aircraft over school grounds (Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-903(a)(8)) – effective 07/01/2026

ClassificationClass C Misdemeanor
Fine$50
ImprisonmentUp to 30 days
EnforcementLocal Law Enforcement, School Security

Applies during school hours or when school is being used for educational purposes.

Criminal trespass via drone overflight (Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-14-405)

ClassificationClass C Misdemeanor
Fine$50
ImprisonmentUp to 30 days
EnforcementLocal Law Enforcement

Affirmative defenses: reasonable belief consent was granted, conduct did not substantially interfere with property use, or immediately departed upon request.

Drone overflight of correctional facility grounds (Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-903(a)(5))

ClassificationClass C Misdemeanor
Fine$50
ImprisonmentUp to 30 days
EnforcementDOC Officers, Local Law Enforcement

Pending legislation (SB 1631, HB 1538) may increase this to Class C felony and authorize facility employees to disable aircraft.

State park drone operation without written approval (Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-02-02-.02)

ClassificationPark Rule Violation
FineVaries
ImprisonmentNone (administrative)
EnforcementPark Rangers, TDEC State Parks Division

Violation results in ejection from park and/or citation at park manager's discretion.

TVA developed-lands operation (18 CFR Part 1304)

ClassificationFederal Civil + Criminal
FineTens of thousands of dollars
ImprisonmentPossible federal jail time
EnforcementTVA Police, U.S. Attorney

Operator is personally liable for all damages to TVA property or persons.

Stadium TFR violation (14 CFR § 99.7) – within 3 nm of stadium during event

ClassificationFederal Civil + Criminal
FineUp to $32,666 civil / Up to $250,000 criminal
ImprisonmentUp to 1 year (criminal)
EnforcementFAA, U.S. Attorney

Applies to Neyland Stadium (Knoxville), Nissan Stadium (Nashville), FedExForum (Memphis) during MLB, NFL, NCAA Division I football, major motorsport events.

National Park Service drone operation (NPS Policy Memo 14-05) – Great Smoky Mountains and other NPS units

ClassificationFederal Civil + Criminal
FineUp to $5,000 fine
ImprisonmentUp to 6 months
EnforcementNPS Rangers, U.S. Attorney

Applies to all U.S. National Parks. Great Smoky Mountains NP is the most visited park in the U.S.

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Registration, Fees & Taxes

Tennessee imposes state-level registration, licensing, insurance, or fee requirements

Commercial operators: budget for the state fees below before operating here. Federal FAA registration is still required separately.

State Registration

Not Required

State Permit

Not Required

State Insurance

Not Required

Commercial License

Not Required

Sales Tax on Drones

Does Not Apply

Other Fees
  • Local park drone permit fees — Varies by jurisdictionNashville Metro Parks charges a permit fee for drone use in the three designated flying areas (Warner Park, Peeler Park, Cane Ridge). Memphis Shelby Farms and other city parks may charge similar permit fees. Contact individual park authorities for fee schedules.

Tennessee does not require state-level drone registration. Only federal FAA registration ($5 per drone, valid 3 years) applies to drones over 0.55 lb (250 g). Tennessee has no separate state drone business license requirement; standard Tennessee business licensing applies for commercial operators.

No state-level permit required. Local park permits required in Nashville (Warner Park, Peeler Park, Cane Ridge) and Memphis (Shelby Farms Drone Zone). State park operations require written approval from individual park managers. TVA developed lands prohibit public drone operations.

No state-level liability insurance requirement. Part 107 commercial operators are not legally required to carry insurance under FAA rules, but Tennessee's aggressive penalty regime and personal liability under TVA rules make insurance strongly recommended.

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Applicable Federal Regulations

FAA Part 107 Commercial Remote Pilot Certification

Required for all commercial drone operations in Tennessee

Tennessee commercial drone operators must obtain the FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107) – $175 test fee, 60 multiple-choice questions, valid 24 months. Testing centers available in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga. Part 107 mandates 400-foot altitude cap, visual line of sight, daylight/civil twilight operations, airspace restrictions, and commercial operation limitations.

Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST)

Required for all recreational drone operations in Tennessee

Free online test through FAA-approved administrators. Must pass before recreational flight. Certificate must be carried during operations. No pilot license required for recreational use, but TRUST completion is mandatory.

Remote ID Mandate (Effective March 16, 2024)

All drones flown outdoors under FAA rules must broadcast identification, location, and altitude

Three compliance methods: (1) Standard Remote ID (broadcast module), (2) Remote ID broadcast module, or (3) operation in an FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA). Tennessee has FRIAs at designated locations published on FAA.gov.

Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) Overlay

Federal agency rule (18 CFR Part 1304) restricts drone operations on TVA public lands

Prohibits public drone operations on developed TVA lands, facilities, and structures nationwide. Tennessee has extensive TVA infrastructure including dams (Watts Bar, Norris, Cherokee, Douglas, Kentucky Lake), power-generation facilities, and transmission corridors. Undeveloped TVA water and land permit recreational drone operations if no other restrictions apply.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Drone Ban

National Park Service Policy Memo 14-05 bans all drones in U.S. national parks

Applies to Great Smoky Mountains NP (most visited U.S. national park, ~13 million visitors annually). Also applies to portions of the Foothills Parkway managed by NPS. Violation: $5,000 federal fine and up to 6 months jail. TDEC state parks permission pathway does NOT apply to NPS units.

Federal Stadium Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs)

14 CFR § 99.7 prohibits drones within 3 nautical miles of stadiums seating 30,000+ during MLB, NFL, NCAA Division I football, and major motorsports events

Tennessee venues: Neyland Stadium (Knoxville – 101,915 capacity), Nissan Stadium (Nashville – 69,143 capacity), FedExForum (Memphis – 18,119 capacity). Restriction applies one hour before through one hour after event. Violation can result in federal criminal prosecution with fines up to $250,000 and imprisonment up to 1 year.

Stadium and Event TFR Authorization

Use of drones at major events requires explicit FAA authorization

Event organizers and media companies must apply for FAA waivers. Commercial drone operations at concerts, festivals (e.g., Bonnaroo, CMA Fest, Memphis in May) require both FAA authorization AND event promoter consent. Additionally, Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-903(a)(7) now creates a Class A misdemeanor for operating within 400 feet of ticketed entertainment events (effective 07/01/2026).

LAANC (Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability)

FAA system for real-time airspace authorization under 400 feet in controlled airspace

Available through FAA-approved UAS Service Suppliers (Airspace Link, AutoPylot, Avision, UASidekick, etc.). Near-real-time requests available for Part 107 and recreational flyers. 'Further coordination requests' (up to 90 days advance) available for Part 107 pilots seeking altitude above designated UAS Facility Map ceilings.

Visual Line of Sight (VLOS) Requirement

Pilot or visual observer must maintain direct, unaided visual contact with drone at all times

Required by FAA for all operations under Part 107 and recreational rules. Daylight or civil twilight only. Beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) operations require FAA waiver. Part 108 BVLOS rulemaking is in progress; Tennessee utilities planning TVA transmission-corridor work should contact FAA for strategy sessions.

Part 108 Beyond-Visual-Line-of-Sight (BVLOS) Rulemaking

FAA is developing Part 108 regulations for routine BVLOS operations (utility inspection, agriculture, infrastructure monitoring)

Final rule not yet published. Tennessee utility and agriculture operators planning BVLOS operations should begin preparing now. Contact FAA Part 108 specialists for strategy development.

For complete federal regulations, see our Federal Regulations page.

Federal Preemption & Critical Infrastructure

Tenn. Code § 39-13-903(a)(6) — Unlawful capture of image with intent to conduct surveillance — critical infrastructure facility provision

Penalty: Class E felony for violations of subdivision (a)(6); other subdivisions of § 39-13-903 are Class C misdemeanor

FAA authorization carve-out: Yes

Covered categories

Electrical power generation systemsElectrical transmission systems (whole or component)Electrical distribution substationsHazardous-substance manufacturing or storage facilitiesNatural gas or propane storage, transmission, or distribution infrastructureRailroad yards and facilities not open to the general public
Subdivision (a)(6) classifies the CI offense as a Class E felony, an unusually high charge among state CI drone statutes. The FAA-authorized commercial-purpose exemption is explicit in the statute.
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Airspace & LAANC

LAANC Coverage

LAANC (Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability) is available at 726 U.S. airports, including all major Tennessee airports: Nashville International (BNA) Class C, Memphis International (MEM) Class C, McGhee Tyson (TYS) in Knoxville Class C, Chattanooga Metropolitan (CHA) Class C. Most of downtown Knoxville is under the Class D shelf for Island Home Airport (DKX). LAANC authorization required for any flight in controlled airspace below 400 feet.

Major Airports

  • BNA — Nashville International Airport (Class C)
  • MEM — Memphis International Airport (Class C)
  • TYS — McGhee Tyson Airport, Knoxville (Class C)
  • CHA — Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Class C)
  • DKX — Island Home Airport, Knoxville (Class D)

TFR Notice

Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) apply around stadiums during events: Neyland Stadium (Knoxville) Tennessee Volunteers football, Nissan Stadium (Nashville) Tennessee Titans, FedExForum (Memphis) Memphis Grizzlies/Tigers. Federal 3 nm TFR applies one hour before/after events. Great Smoky Mountains National Park has a permanent no-fly zone. Chickamauga Dam and Sequoyah Nuclear Plant near Chattanooga are near the critical infrastructure 250-foot felony boundary.

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Recent Enforcement Actions & News

Federal Drone-Bomb Plot Arrest – Columbia, Tennessee

enforcement

Federal agents arrested Skyler Philippi, 24, from Columbia near Nashville. According to DOJ charging documents, Philippi had a powered-up drone and armed explosive device on the ground, preparing to fly the drone into a TVA electrical substation. Charged with weapon-of-mass-destruction and energy-facility attack counts. Illustrates the federal/state overlap: Philippi faced Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-13-903(a)(6) Class E felony exposure (250-foot critical infrastructure rule) in addition to federal charges.

November 1, 2024Source

Pending Legislation

HB 0848 / SB 1111In Committee (Agriculture & Natural Resources / Transportation and Safety)

Study of Drone Laws Regarding Operation Over Private Property

As introduced, requires the Tennessee Aeronautics Commission to study the laws and regulations of other states regarding restrictions on the operation of drones over private property. Would amend TCA Title 4, Title 38, Title 39, Title 42, Title 56, and Title 66.

Last action: March 11, 2026

HB 1538 / SB 1631In Committee (not yet enacted)

Unmanned Aircraft Over Correctional Facilities – Increased Penalty

As introduced, increases the penalty for knowingly using an unmanned aircraft over any portion of a property that includes a correctional facility from a Class C misdemeanor to a Class C felony. Authorizes correctional facility employees to disable an unmanned aircraft operating over facility property; states that the facility and employees are not liable for damage to the aircraft as a result of being disabled.

Last action: April 20, 2026

SB 2215 / HB 2608In Committee (Judiciary / Criminal Justice Subcommittee)

Protecting Everyone from Excessive Police Surveillance (PEEPS) Act – Historical Location Data

As introduced, enacts the PEEPS Act for purposes of protecting, maintaining, and accessing historical location data. Related to drone surveillance and law enforcement data collection restrictions. Amends TCA Title 10, Title 24, and Title 38.

Last action: March 25, 2026

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University & College Drone Policies

InstitutionPolicy SummaryPermit RequiredContact
University of Tennessee, Knoxville

UT Knoxville requires all drone operations on campus to be approved by the Office of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) before any flight. Neyland Stadium is subject to federal TFR during Tennessee Volunteers home football games (one of the largest stadiums in the U.S., 101,915 capacity).

Restrictions: Mandatory EHS approval required for all campus flights. Neyland Stadium federal TFR strictly enforced (3 nm radius, one hour before/after games). No flights over campus buildings. Commercial filming requires additional Film Commission permits.

YesOffice of Environmental Health & Safety – ehs@utk.edu
Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt requires prior approval from campus safety and risk management for all drone operations on or near campus. FirstBank Stadium is subject to federal TFR during Vanderbilt sports events. Medical center airspace is restricted.

Restrictions: Prior written approval required from Vanderbilt University Public Safety and Risk Management. FirstBank Stadium federal TFR during events (Vanderbilt football, basketball, other major events). No flights over Vanderbilt Medical Center facilities. Commercial filming requires additional permitting.

YesVanderbilt University Public Safety – (615) 322-2864
University drone policies may change. Contact the institution directly to confirm current requirements before flying on campus.
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