SECTOR NEW ORLEANS, EXCLUSIVE ECONOMIC ZONE (EEZ) - SECTOR NEW ORLEANS, TERRITORIAL SEA
General / Autonomous Vessel Operations
Gulf of America - Survey Drone Operations --- --- An unmanned survey drone will be operating approximately 8 nautical miles south of Port Fourchon in an area bound by approximate positions: 28-58.14N 090-15.12W, 28-57.35N 090-12.20W, 28-49.30N 090-14.54W and 28-50.36N 090-17.33W. The unmanned drone features a 5 foot keel and a wing used for sailing in approximately 7 ft of water. Mariners are urged to exercise caution when transiting in this area and should maintain a wide berth from the operating craft. POC: (501) 317-6389
Valid 2026-10-27 to 2026-11-27.
USCG Heartland (Gulf) District Local Notice to Mariners 44/2026