Nebraska Drone Laws

UNL requires all UAS operations on university property to be reviewed and approved through the Office of Risk Management prior to any flight activity. The policy applies to all operators including students, faculty, staff, and outside vendors. Memorial Stadium is subject to FAA TFR during Husker football games and other major athletic events.

Restrictions: Prior approval from the Office of Risk Management required for all UAS operations on university property. Memorial Stadium FAA TFR strictly enforced during all Husker football games and designated athletic events. No unauthorized flights over campus buildings, populated areas, or East Campus. Commercial filming operations require additional coordination. Operators must comply with all FAA regulations including Remote ID and, where applicable, Part 107 certification.

UNO follows the University of Nebraska system-wide guidance on UAS operations. Drone operations on campus property require coordination with university administration and compliance with all applicable FAA regulations. Operations near Baxter Arena and campus athletic facilities may be subject to additional TFR considerations during major events.

Restrictions: Coordination with UNO administration required prior to drone operations on campus. Compliance with FAA Part 107 and Remote ID required. No operations over crowds or athletic events without specific authorization.

UNMC requires compliance with all FAA regulations for drone operations on or near its Omaha campus. Given the proximity to Eppley Airfield controlled airspace, LAANC authorization or FAA waiver is required for most drone operations near the UNMC campus in addition to university approval.

Restrictions: FAA airspace authorization (LAANC) required due to proximity to OMA Class C airspace. University administrative approval required. No operations over hospital facilities, helipads, or patient care areas. HIPAA and patient privacy considerations apply to any imaging operations.

Creighton University, located in Omaha near Eppley Airfield's Class C airspace, requires that all drone operators obtain FAA LAANC authorization prior to any operations on or near campus. University facilities approval is also required for operations on university property.

Restrictions: FAA LAANC or formal airspace waiver required due to OMA Class C airspace proximity. University property use authorization required. No flights over CHI Health Center Omaha or other crowded venues during events. Operators must hold appropriate FAA certifications.

UNK follows University of Nebraska system UAS guidance. Drone operations on campus require administrative approval. UNK's location in central Nebraska generally falls within Class G uncontrolled airspace, simplifying FAA authorization requirements compared to Omaha or Lincoln campuses.

Restrictions: Administrative approval required for UAS operations on UNK campus property. FAA Part 107 or recreational rules apply. No operations over athletic events or crowds without specific authorization.