FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot (UAG)Airspace and Operating RequirementsEasy

A remote pilot plans to fly a small UAS within the lateral boundaries of Class B airspace surrounding a major international airport, at an altitude of only 150 feet AGL. What is required before this operation?

  1. AAuthorization is only needed if the flight occurs during daylight hours
  2. BNo authorization is needed below 200 feet regardless of airspace class
  3. CA visual observer must be posted, and no other authorization is necessary
  4. DATC authorization is required regardless of the planned altitude
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Correct answer: D. ATC authorization is required regardless of the planned altitude

Class B airspace, shown with a solid blue line on sectional charts, is depicted from the surface up in its inner rings; sUAS operations within its lateral boundaries require air traffic control authorization at any altitude, even as low as 150 feet AGL.

Why the other options are wrong

  • A. Time of day does not affect the airspace authorization requirement.
  • B. Altitude does not exempt an operator from the authorization requirement inside Class B boundaries.
  • C. A visual observer does not replace the need for ATC authorization.

Class B Airspace

Controlled airspace around the busiest airports, depicted by a solid blue line; ATC authorization is required for sUAS operations at any altitude within its lateral limits.

  • Solid blue line on sectional charts
  • Surrounds major hub airports
  • Authorization required regardless of altitude flown

Memory trick: Solid Blue = Big airport, Big authorization needed.

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