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Practical Guide to Drone Laws & Regulations for Remote Pilots

Plane and Pilot

That is an enormous number of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UASs) flying in the National Airspace System (NAS). As the NAS becomes increasingly congested, managing the safe and efficient use of airspace is becoming a growing challenge. Historically, some rules, such as Remote ID, have not been popular with drone pilots.

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Pilot’s Guide to Airspace

Flight Training Central

For example, a pilot flying IFR in controlled airspace will have to file an IFR flight plan and receive an ATC clearance. For VFR flight, controlled airspace means increased cloud clearance and visibility requirements. For the VFR pilot flying in B, C, and D airspace, there are communication and/or clearance requirements.

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Class B Airspace Explained

Pilot Institute

Class B airspace features multiple tiers with shelves progressively spreading outwards up to 30 nm. Pilots must meet equipment and certification requirements and have ATC clearance to enter. VFR flyways, corridors, and transition routes help VFR traffic transit the crowded airspace. What is Class B Airspace?