A2 CofC Flashcards
What is the height limit for UAVs?
400 feet above the surface of the earth
How far can you fly a drone away from you?
You must maintain VLOS (Visual Line of Sight) and no more than 500m
What is class G airspace?
Uncontrolled Free or Open airspace. Use “See and avoid” unless there are other restrictions (such as an FRZ)
Which class is Free or Open airspace?
Class G
What is an FRZ?
Flight Restriction Zone
What is class A, C and D airspace?
Mandatory and procedural airspace with defined dimensions controlled by ATC
What is an ATZ?
Aerodrome Traffic Zone
What are the standard dimensions of an ATZ?
Surface to 2000ft, 2 or 2.5 Nautical miles from midpoint of longest runway and 5KM from the thresholds of runways with a 1KM width.
What should you do if you wish to fly within an ATZ?
Contact the relevant ATC, use NATS web site or UK Military AIP web site to find out the contact details. Give 21 days notice.
How do you operate a flying device within an FRZ?
You must gain permission to operate within an FRZ. Use NATS web site or Military AIP web site to find contact details and use NOTAM information.
Apart from FRZ what other areas must you not fly in without permission?
Temporary restricted area, Danger areas, Areas controlled by local Bylaws.
Which areas are protected in London with enhanced restrictions?
R157 (Hyde Park), R158(City of London) and R159(Isle of Dogs), protected areas.
If you wish to fly in R157, R158 or R159 restricted zones how can you obtain permission?
You need an enhanced NSF (Non Standard Flight) application on NATS website with 28 days notice
If an area has a number prefixed with D what does this signify?
A Danger zone
Can you fly in a danger zone?
With permission you can have freedom to operate. Certain zones like Military firing ranges may only be in use during certain times.
What does EASA stand for?
European Aviation Safety Agency
What does CAA stand for?
Civil Aviation Authority
What is the name of the set of laws governing the use of Airspace in the UK?
Air Navigation Order 2016/2020
Which section of the Air Navigation Order relates to permission for flights over or near aerodromes?
Section 94A
Which section of the Air Navigation Order relates to Offences?
Section 265A and 265B
Which section of the Air Navigation Order relates to registration?
Section 265C
Which section of the Air Navigation Order relates to the minimum age for a UAV pilot?
Section 265D
Which section of the Air Navigation Order relates to Tethering a UAV?
Section 265E
Which section of the Air Navigation Order relates to penalties?
Section 265F
What is Article 241 of the Air Navigation Order?
You must not recklessly or negligently cause or permit an aircraft to endanger any person or property
Who is the operator of a drone?
The boss, the person who is responsible for the competence of remote pilots and ensures all staff and pilots are properly briefed. May also be the pilot.