Waiver Application Altitude and Airspace Information

Verified from official sources
Part 107 Waivers | Operational DetailsVersion 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026

In plain language

You must state how high you plan to fly (maximum altitude AGL) and note if you will be in controlled airspace or within 5 miles of other airspace types.

Requirement as structured

The FAA requests that waiver applicants specify their maximum planned altitude above ground level and identify any controlled or adjacent airspace within 5 miles of the flight area.

Original regulatory text

How high will you fly your aircraft (maximum altitude above ground level)? - Do you want to fly in controlled airspace (Class B, C, D, surface E)? - If yes, please see 14 CFR §107.41 and our guidance about Flying Near Airports - Are there any other kinds of airspace within 5 miles of any planned flight area?

Applies when

country
United States
authority
FAA
operation
Part 107 small UAS operation
operation regime
part_107
aircraft category
small unmanned aircraft (under 55 lb)
regulatory category
General
regulation framework
14 CFR Part 107