300 Drones Seized During World Cup Events in US Cities

Violations can result in confiscation of the device plus fines and prison time.

U.S. soccer fans watch the United States vs. Australia World Cup game at the FIFA Fan Zone on the National Mall in Washington on June 19, 2026. Al Drago/Getty Images

More than 300 drones have been confiscated at FIFA World Cup games across the United States since the tournament started on June 11, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reported Tuesday.

“Flying a drone in a restricted zone is a federal crime and can result in fines up to $100,000, prison time, and drone confiscation,” TSA posted on X.