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Flying a drone at Shelby Flats, Nashville

LAANC neededLast verified Nov 8, 2026 · 3 public sources
Can you fly a drone here?

Yes, with LAANC. SAMPLE DATA. Shelby Flats is inside Class C airspace near an airport. You need LAANC approval, available up to 200 ft here, before you fly. It takes minutes in a LAANC app.

Status
LAANC needed
Airspace
Class C
LAANC
Required, up to 200 ft
Land manager
Metro Parks

Drone rules at Shelby Flats

  • Recreational flying follows FAA rules: under 400 ft and in visual line of sight.
  • Don't fly over crowds, events or moving traffic.
  • Commercial flights may need a permit from the land manager.

Nearby restrictions

  • Check for temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) before every flight.

Best time to fly

  • Weekday mornings for empty skies and soft light.

Sources

↗ FAA: Where can I fly?↗ FAA B4UFLY↗ USGS PAD-US

Shelby Flats drone FAQ

Can you fly a drone at Shelby Flats?

Shelby Flats is inside Class C airspace near an airport. You need LAANC approval, available up to 200 ft here, before you fly. It takes minutes in a LAANC app.