Frequently asked
Is it safe to fly a drone in Moab today?
The live score above pulls today's forecast and scores wind, gusts, visibility, precipitation, and temperature into a single flight verdict. 90+ is ideal. Below 60, conditions require caution or postponement. Moab's canyon terrain creates unpredictable wind shear and thermals — conditions on the rim can differ dramatically from the valley floor.
Where can I fly a drone in Moab?
Arches and Canyonlands National Parks prohibit drones entirely. The best legal options are BLM land surrounding the parks — Kane Creek Road corridor, Gemini Bridges area, and Sand Flats Recreation Area (verify current BLM rules). Airspace around Moab is relatively uncongested, but always verify with FAA B4UFLY and confirm you're outside NPS boundaries before launching.
What wind speed is too high for drone flying?
Above 10–12 mph sustained, footage quality degrades. Above 20 mph or with gusts 15+ mph above sustained wind, most consumer drones are at risk. Moab's canyon geography can funnel and amplify wind — gusts at launch may not reflect what you'll encounter over a canyon edge.
What is DroneCast by LightCast Suite?
DroneCast scores flight conditions using wind, gusts, precipitation, visibility, and temperature. GoldCast (same app) scores golden hour quality and timing. Free on web at
lightcastsuite.com/dronecast, full features in the
LightCast iOS app. $2.99/month after a 7-day free trial.
