Which airspace has UAS operations prohibited?

Which airspace has UAS operations prohibited?

• A. Class C
• B. Class E
• C. Class D
• D. Class B

Answer: (D)

Airspace classifications control when and where a UAS can fly and what kind of permission is needed. In Class B airspace, which surrounds the busiest airports, access is very tightly controlled and you must have explicit ATC authorization before operating a UAS. Without that clearance, operating there is not allowed, so UAS use is effectively prohibited in this airspace for typical remote-pilot operations. In contrast, UAS flights can be conducted in Class C, D, or E with the appropriate permissions or under standard operating rules, so those airspace types aren’t inherently off-limits. The key point is that Class B requires explicit authorization for any UAS activity, making it the space where operations are prohibited without clearance.

Airspace classifications control when and where a UAS can fly and what kind of permission is needed. In Class B airspace, which surrounds the busiest airports, access is very tightly controlled and you must have explicit ATC authorization before operating a UAS. Without that clearance, operating there is not allowed, so UAS use is effectively prohibited in this airspace for typical remote-pilot operations. In contrast, UAS flights can be conducted in Class C, D, or E with the appropriate permissions or under standard operating rules, so those airspace types aren’t inherently off-limits. The key point is that Class B requires explicit authorization for any UAS activity, making it the space where operations are prohibited without clearance.