Tactical Coordination Protocol in CTRs, ATZs, and TRMZs
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In plain language
If you are flying in the Specific category inside controlled airspace (CTRs, ATZs, or TRMZs), you must coordinate with Air Traffic Services and establish a tactical flight authorization protocol.
Requirement as structured
Specific category UAS operators intending to operate in CTRs, ATZs, or TRMZs must establish a tactical coordination protocol with Air Traffic Services (ATS).
Original regulatory text
For operations under the Specific Category requirements, if the operator requires to operate in CTRs, ATZ/TRMZ, must identify the requirement to contact and protocol tactical coordination with ATS (tactical flight authorisation and respective contingency and emergency procedures)
Applies when
- operation
- VLOS/BVLOS