{"id":4371,"date":"2020-07-15T15:16:06","date_gmt":"2020-07-15T19:16:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/amablog.modelaircraft.org\/amagov\/?p=4371"},"modified":"2020-07-17T11:05:16","modified_gmt":"2020-07-17T15:05:16","slug":"airspace-classification","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/amablog.modelaircraft.org\/amagov\/2020\/07\/15\/airspace-classification\/","title":{"rendered":"Airspace Classification"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are two broad classifications of airspace: controlled and uncontrolled<\/a>.\u00a0Class A, B, C, D, and\u00a0E\u00a0are categorized as controlled airspace. Class G is uncontrolled airspace.\u00a0Class G airspace extends from the surface to the base of the overlying Class E airspace. New recreational UAS operating requirements state that to operate in controlled airspace, an operator must obtain authorization prior to flying. An airspace authorization can be obtained through LAANC<\/a>, DroneZone<\/a>, or a written agreement with the FAA<\/a> for those flying from fixed flying sites.<\/p>\n

The map below<\/a> helps operators identify the airspace around them. A red or green circle (often with grids) represents controlled or restricted airspace. Areas without circles represent uncontrolled airspace.\u00a0 We encourage you to take a look at the aforementioned UAS Facility Map to determine the airspace that your operations are taking place.<\/p>\n

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For example, AMA Expo West was held in Pomona, CA which is located in controlled airspace<\/strong>. You can tell this by seeing the location inside a shaded grid.<\/p>\n

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For example, AMA HQ is in uncontrolled airspace<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Please reference the map legend:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Please reference the layers feature:
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Please feel free to contact AMA with any questions or for assistance determining the class of airspace at your location.<\/p>\n

Kind regards,
\nAMA Government Affairs Team<\/p>\n

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