General aviation pilots planning to fly in the San Francisco Bay Area during Super Bowl LX week, from February 4 to 10, 2026, will need to follow temporary flight restrictions and special air traffic procedures. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that these measures are intended to ensure safety and minimize delays as increased air traffic is expected for the event.
A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) outlining specific procedures and route requirements for the period will be issued later in January. Pilots are encouraged to check the FAA’s Super Bowl webpage, which will be updated regularly with information about affected airports and local airspace.
The special procedures will apply at several area airports including San Francisco International (SFO), Oakland International (OAK), San Jose International (SJC), Hayward Executive (HWD), Livermore Municipal (LVK), Moffett Federal Airfield (NUQ), Napa County Airport (APC), Buchannon Field Airport (CCR), Monterey Regional Airport (MRY), Salinas Municipal Airport (SNS), Palo Alto Airport (PAO), San Carlos Airport (SQL), Reid Hillview Airport (RHV), Stockton Metro Airport (SCK), Watsonville Municipal Airport (WVI), Hollister Municipal Airport (CVH) and Half Moon Bay Airport (HAF).
A reservation program for aircraft parking will be active from February 4 through February 9. Pilots should contact their airport’s Fixed Base Operator for reservations and more details.
To help pilots prepare, the FAA recommends reviewing its From the Flight Deck video series, which features footage of runway approaches and taxiways at many San Francisco-area airports. These videos highlight hot spots and other important safety considerations.
On Super Bowl Sunday, February 8, a Temporary Flight Restriction centered on Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara will be established from approximately 2:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. local time. The restriction includes a 30-nautical-mile outer ring with a more restrictive inner core of 10 nautical miles. The game is scheduled to start at around 3:30 p.m.
Commercial flights at SFO, OAK, or SJC will not be affected by this TFR. Emergency medical, public safety, and military aircraft may enter the restricted area if coordinated with air traffic control.
The FAA also notes that Super Bowl LX is designated as a No Drone Zone due to its status as a National Security Special Event. Unmanned aircraft restrictions will be enforced before, during, and after the game.
The full text and graphic details of the TFR are expected to be posted on the FAA website later in January.
