Pilots Could Face Six-Figure Fines For Overflights Of Marine
Sanctuaries
Overflight of certain marine sanctuaries below 1,000 feet msl,
or in some cases below 2,000 feet msl, could result in fines of up
to $100,000 imposed by NOAA, according to the AOPA. The accusation
can be made based on observations by persons with no aviation
background, and the burden of proof is on the pilot to show he or
she did not disturb any wildlife during the flights.