A Bay Area man was arrested for flying a drone over a 49ers game on Feb. 2, 2026, violating federal aviation rules.

A man from the Bay Area is facing charges for allegedly flying a drone over a 49ers football game, violating federal aviation regulations. Authorities say the drone was operated near the stadium during the event, raising safety and privacy concerns. The incident occurred on February 2, 2026, and the suspect has been taken into custody. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the breach of airspace rules, which prohibit unauthorized drone flights over large public gatherings.