Airport officials are reminding the public not to fly kites or launch Chinese lanterns in certain areas over the Easter holiday.

A spokesman for the Department of Airport Operations confirmed that the traditional Easter pastime is banned around the L.F Wade International Airport and Clearwater Beach areas, Kindley Field Road, Kindley Field Park, Clearwater Beach and Ferry Reach.

“Flying kites and launching lanterns in the vicinity of these areas can pose a safety hazard for aircraft landing and taking off,” the spokesman said.