4.8 TFRs and NOTAMs - Practice Questions

(Refer to Figure 20, area 3.) How would a remote PIC "CHECK NOTAMS" as noted in the CAUTION box regarding the unmarked balloon?

• By utilizing the B4UFLY mobile application.

• By contacting the FAA district office.

• By obtaining a briefing via an online source such as: 1800WXBrief.com.

Answer explanation

The National Flight Data Center will issue Flight Data Center (FDC) NOTAMs when it becomes necessary to disseminate information that is regulatory in nature, and they are used to advertise temporary flight restrictions caused by such things as natural disasters or large-scale public events that may generate congestion of air traffic over a site.

You can obtain a NOTAM briefing online by going to a Flight Service site like:

http://1800wxbrief.com

https://notams.aim.faa.gov/notamSearch

http://skyvector.com

(Refer to Figure 20, area 5.) Who would a Remote Pilot in Command contact to "CHECK NOTAMS" as it is noted in the CAUTION box regarding the unmarked balloon?

• NTSB office

• FAA district office

• Flight Service

Answer explanation

“Flight Service” is often used as a term to describe the controlling agency or contact facility.

The National Flight Data Center will issue Flight Data Center (FDC) NOTAMs when it becomes necessary to disseminate information that is regulatory in nature, and they are used to advertise temporary flight restrictions caused by such things as natural disasters or large-scale public events that may generate congestion of air traffic over a site.

You can obtain a NOTAM briefing online by going to a Flight Service site like:

http://1800wxbrief.com

https://notams.aim.faa.gov/notamSearch

http://skyvector.com

Flight Data Center (FDC) NOTAMs are issued by the National Flight Data Center and contain regulatory information, such as

• temporary flight restrictions.

• markings and signs used at airports.

• standard communication.

Answer explanation

The National Flight Data Center will issue Flight Data Center (FDC) NOTAMs when it becomes necessary to disseminate information that is regulatory in nature, and they are used to advertise temporary flight restrictions caused by such things as natural disasters or large-scale public events that may generate congestion of air traffic over a site.

Time critical information on airports and changes that affect the national airspace system are provided by

• Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs).

• the Airport/Facilities Directory (A/FD).

• Advisory Circulars (ACs).

Answer explanation

The National Flight Data Center will issue Flight Data Center (FDC) NOTAMs when it becomes necessary to disseminate information that is regulatory in nature, and they are used to advertise temporary flight restrictions caused by such things as natural disasters or large-scale public events that may generate congestion of air traffic over a site.

One of the purposes for issuing a temporary flight restriction (TFR) is to

• announce inclement weather.

• identify airport advisory areas.

• protect public figures.

Answer explanation

A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is a restriction on an area of airspace due to the movement of government VIPs, special events, natural disasters, or other unusual events.

TFRs apply to both manned and unmanned aircraft.

On any given day, there are typically several TFRs in place across the National Airspace System (NAS). Most are small in scope with a small effect on typical aviation operations. However, some TFRs do have a significant restrictive impact on general and business aviation. The most common of these are VIP TFRs, which are issued in association with the movements of the President and the Vice President. Not quite as common are special event TFRs, such as those established each year in association with the Super Bowl or the UN General Assembly.

A flight data center (FDC) Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) is issued to designate a

• Warning Area

• Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR)

• Alert Area

Answer explanation

The National Flight Data Center will issue Flight Data Center (FDC) NOTAMs when it becomes necessary to disseminate information that is regulatory in nature, and they are used to advertise temporary flight restrictions caused by such things as natural disasters or large-scale public events that may generate congestion of air traffic over a site.

A TFR applies to:

• Only manned aircraft pilots, but UA pilots should use to maintain situational awareness

• Only UA pilots

• All pilots

Answer explanation

A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is a restriction on an area of airspace due to the movement of government VIPs, special events, natural disasters, or other unusual events.

TFRs apply to both manned and unmanned aircraft.

There’s a local air show this weekend, and a NOTAM has been issued to establish a no-fly zone for the area of your planned flight mission. When would you be allowed to fly?

• After all aircraft in the air show have landed and the event has concluded

• With prior approval from the FAA, you can operate during the NOTAM

• As per the instructions in the NOTAM

Answer explanation

A remote PIC should always check for NOTAMs and TFRs prior to a flight. Sometimes, a NOTAM will let you know of a temporary flight restriction (TFR) in the airspace. Ultimately, you’re going to want to read each NOTAM to understand if you’re allowed to operate.

Your surveying company is a title sponsor for a race team at the Indianapolis 500. To promote your new aerial surveying department, you decide to video part of the race using a small UA. The FAA has issued a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) for the race in the area you plan to fly. In this situation:

• You may fly your drone in the TFR since your company is sponsoring a team at the race.

• the TFR applies to all aircraft; you may not fly in the area without a Certificate of Waiver or Authorization.

• Flying your drone is allowed if you notify all non-participating people of the closed course UA operation.

Answer explanation

A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is a restriction on an area of airspace due to the movement of government VIPs, special events, natural disasters, or other unusual events. TFRs apply to both manned and unmanned aircraft. Flights conducted for operational purposes of any event, stadium or venue and broadcast coverage for the broadcast rights holder are authorized with an approved airspace waiver.