A temporary flight restriction zone, specifically affecting drones, will be imposed above Tenby as part of the policing operation during the Ironman Wales sporting event next weekend.

A temporary airspace restriction will be in place between 3am and 11pm on Sunday, September 21, meaning it will be an offence for any unmanned aircraft to fly below 2,000 ft above sea level in the designated area, without the explicit permission of Dyfed-Powys Police.

A spokesperson for Dyfed-Powys Police stated: “Drone users flying inside the Restricted Airspace that have not been granted permission will be committing an offence and could be prosecuted as well as having their equipment seized and confiscated.

“The airspace restrictions will have an impact on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), which refers to drones and their users.”

Full details of the restrictions are available on the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) website. Drone pilots are also encouraged to check other sources of information such as NOTAM Info and Drone Safety Map, before flying.

Anyone who wishes to seek consideration for the safe and appropriate flight of a drone in these areas must obtain permission from Dyfed-Powys Police by sending an email to: [email protected]

Full details of the restrictions are available on the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) website: Drones | UK Civil Aviation Authority