StudyWhich resource is most useful for finding comprehensive airport information?
- ❌A:NOTAMs
- ❌B:Sectional Charts
- ✅C:Chart Supplement U.S.
Explanations
- A: While NOTAMs (Notice to Airmen) provide valuable information about temporary changes to airport conditions, they do not offer comprehensive airport information. For a drone business, NOTAMs are crucial for understanding temporary flight restrictions but are not the primary source for detailed airport data.
- B: Sectional Charts provide a visual representation of airspace and topographical information. They are essential for flight planning and understanding airspace restrictions. However, they do not provide comprehensive information about airport facilities and procedures.
- C: The Chart Supplement U.S. (formerly known as the Airport/Facility Directory) is the most comprehensive resource for airport information. It includes details about airport facilities, services, and procedures, which are vital for drone businesses operating near airports.
🧭 Instructor Note
Why This Matters for Your Business
Understanding the different resources available for obtaining airport information is crucial for drone businesses. Comprehensive airport data, such as that found in the Chart Supplement U.S., can help businesses plan safe and compliant operations, particularly when operating near airports. This knowledge can also enhance your service offerings, as clients may require operations in complex airspace.
Safety & Liability Considerations
Operating a drone near an airport without understanding the airport's facilities and procedures can lead to safety risks, including potential collisions with manned aircraft. It can also lead to regulatory violations, resulting in fines and potential legal issues.
Consider This Scenario
Consider a drone business contracted to conduct an inspection of a cell tower located near a small regional airport. The business needs to understand the airport's operating procedures, including communication frequencies and traffic patterns, to ensure safe and compliant operations. By utilizing the Chart Supplement U.S., the business can obtain this information, plan their operation accordingly, and avoid potential safety risks and regulatory violations.
What the FAA is Testing
The FAA wants to ensure that remote pilots understand the different resources available for obtaining airport information and can identify the most comprehensive resource. This knowledge is crucial for planning safe and compliant operations near airports.
Business Success Strategy
Stay updated with the latest versions of the Chart Supplement U.S., NOTAMs, and Sectional Charts. Incorporate the review of these resources into your preflight planning process to ensure safe and compliant operations.
Memory Aid
Remember "CSC" - Comprehensive airport information is found in the Chart Supplement U.S., Sectional Charts provide airspace and topographical information, and NOTAMs offer temporary changes.
Enhanced References
- FAA Aeronautical Chart User's Guide: Chart Supplements
- FAA Advisory Circular AC 107-2A: Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS)
Related Concepts
- Understanding NOTAMs
- Reading Sectional Charts
- Utilizing Chart Supplement U.S.
ACS Code: UA.V.B.K6b
Difficulty: basic