Respect the Airspace
Verified from official sourcesRecreational Flyers & Community-Based Organizations | Federal Aviation Administration - What do you need to do? Fly SMARTVersion 1Effective -Verified 22 August 2026
In plain language
Be aware of your surroundings and respect the airspace, keeping in mind that manned aircraft also fly at low altitudes.
Requirement as structured
The FAA guides recreational flyers to respect the airspace and remain aware of low-flying aircraft.
Original regulatory text
R espect the airspace — Other aircraft fly low too
Applies when
- country
- United States
- operation
- recreational
- regulatory category
- General