Drone pilots warned of ban around TT course
People have been reminded that a ban on drones has been put in place around the TT course during practice and race periods.
The restrictions come into force one hour before roads close for racing until all of them have been re-opened on each day of the event.
A spokesman for the Isle of Man's Civil Aviation Authority said the rules applied to all devices, regardless of size or weight.
Anyone caught breaching the ban could face a fine of up to £10,000.
Deputy director of civil aviation Colin Gill said the ban was vital as the airspace was used "by emergency and filming helicopters before, during and after racing and while practising was taking place".
They could also pose a "serious distraction to riders", and marshals had been told to report sightings immediately, which could lead to a practice or race session being halted, he said.
"No fly zones" were put in place to "ensure the safety of participants and that the events remain a safe and enjoyable spectacle of racing", he added.
The ban covers the airspace above the course within 305ft (1,000m) of the outside of the track.
Additional restrictions will also be in place on 5 June when the Red Arrows are due to perform over Douglas Bay.
That will see drones banned within 6 miles (9.7km) of the island's capital from 19:20 until 20:10 BST.
Drones used by organisers for coverage of the event have permission to do so, and work in conjunction with race control.
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