New Louisiana Drone Laws: Statutes, Penalties, and Restrictions and local drone rules in Louisiana operate under a complex interplay between federal authority, statewide preemption, and targeted local restrictions—a dynamic that shapes where and how drones may legally fly. Although the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) governs national airspace, Louisiana statutes like Senate Bill 69 (2017) affirm that the state retains exclusive jurisdiction over unmanned aircraft regulation, effectively nullifying any contradictory local ordinances Check out all new and updated laws for Louisiana in 2025 that went into effect August 1, 2025 here. Unlawful Use of an Unmanned Aircraft System Key State Statutes:…