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FAA bars unauthorized drones along US-Mexico border, citing security concerns

Straits Times16 October 2026, 18:55 UTCUnited States of America

WASHINGTON, Oct 16 - The Federal Aviation Administration said on Friday it is barring unauthorized drones along the US border with Mexico as the government steps up efforts to address concerns about illegal cross-border drug shipments.

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