BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — With the Magic City Classic approaching, Birmingham officials are moving to strengthen enforcement of a new Alabama law restricting unauthorized drone flights over ticketed entertainment events.
The Birmingham City Council’s Public Safety Committee voted Tuesday, Oct. 13, to recommend an ordinance establishing a $500 fine for first-time violations.
The proposal follows the passage of Alabama Act 2026-306, which took effect Oct. 1 and prohibits certain unauthorized drone operations over ticketed entertainment events…