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Flying Near Airports and Airspace Knowledge Quiz

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Generated Jan 03, 2026
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Question 1
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What is the minimum horizontal distance you must maintain from an airport when flying a drone in the UK?

Explanation: CAA regulations specify that drones must remain at least 5km horizontally from airports unless specific permissions are granted.

Reference: UK Regulation (EU) 2019/947, Article 4

Question 2
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Which type of airspace requires explicit permission from the CAA to operate a drone?

Explanation: Controlled airspace requires explicit permission from the CAA due to its proximity to airports and high traffic areas.

Reference: CAP 722, Section 2

Question 3
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What must a remote pilot do before flying near an airport in Class D airspace?

Explanation: Class D airspace requires coordination with ATC to ensure safe operation near airports.

Reference: CAP 722, Section 3

Question 4
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When flying near an airport, what additional equipment might be required for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations?

Explanation: An EC device ensures your drone is electronically visible to other airspace users, a key requirement for BVLOS operations near airports.

Reference: CAP 1391

Question 5
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Under the Drone Code, what is the maximum altitude you can fly your drone near an airport?

Explanation: The Drone Code specifies a maximum altitude of 400ft to avoid interference with manned aircraft.

Reference: CAP 2320

Question 6
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What is the purpose of a Pre-Tactical Flight Route Notification?

Explanation: A Pre-Tactical Flight Route Notification informs airspace users of planned drone operations to avoid conflicts.

Reference: CAP 3040

Question 7
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Which regulation outlines the requirements for flying drones in restricted airspace?

Explanation: CAP 722 provides detailed guidance on operations in restricted airspace, ensuring safety and compliance.

Reference: CAP 722, Section 5

Question 8
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How can drone operators identify restricted or prohibited airspace near an airport?

Explanation: The CAA Drone Safety Map provides up-to-date information on restricted and prohibited airspace for drone operators.

Reference: CAP 722H

Question 9
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What is the definition of Class G airspace?

Explanation: Class G airspace is uncontrolled, meaning drone operators do not need ATC clearance but must follow standard drone rules.

Reference: UK Regulation (EU) 2019/947, Article 2

Question 10
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What distance must be maintained from runways when flying drones in any airspace?

Explanation: A 5km distance ensures drones do not interfere with aircraft operations near runways.

Reference: CAP 722, Section 4

Question 11
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What is the primary risk of flying drones near airports?

Explanation: Flying near airports poses a significant risk of interfering with manned aircraft operations, potentially causing accidents.

Reference: CAP 722, Section 1

Question 12
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What permissions are required for flying drones in prohibited airspace?

Explanation: Prohibited airspace requires special authorization from the CAA to ensure safety and compliance.

Reference: CAP 722H

Question 13
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What should a drone pilot do if their drone loses connection near an airport?

Explanation: Drones should be programmed to return to a safe home point in case of connection loss, especially near airports.

Reference: CAP 722, Section 6

Question 14
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What tool can be used to check airspace restrictions before flying?

Explanation: The CAA Drone Assist app provides accurate airspace restriction data for drone pilots.

Reference: CAP 722H

Question 15
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How far must drones stay from heliports?

Explanation: Heliports are treated similarly to airports, requiring a 5km clearance for drone operations.

Reference: CAP 722, Section 5

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