Man charged with flying drone over Dallas Stadium during World Cup

A Mexican national has been charged with operating a drone without proper authorization over Dallas Stadium during the FIFA World Cup.Cristobal Torres Alvarez, 40, was charged with operating as an airman without an airman's certificate.Authorities said Alvarez flew an unregistered DJI Mini 4 over Dallas Stadium while a temporary flight restriction was in place.To fly a drone legally in restricted airspace, several requirements must be met, including proper permitting and registering the drone with the Federal Aviation Administration.‘No-fly zone’ in place during World Cup gamesFederal authorities said a "no-fly zone" is in place around Dallas Stadium and Dallas Fan Fest for three hours prior and after each match.In the five games held at Dallas Stadium, more than 70 drones have been seized."The FIFA World Cup 2026 continues to be a success in North Texas.  Fans from all over the world are getting a big Texas welcome.  It is our duty to make sure that these fans as well as our great cit