Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 12, 2025

However, flying a small plane often means operating at much lower altitudes, usually between 5,000 and 10,000 feet, depending on weather conditions, terrain, and air traffic. Flying a small plane at lower altitudes allows pilots to navigate visually and avoid the complexities of high-altitude air traffic control.

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Weight-Shift-Control Air Traffic Control Turbulence Weather 52

Flight Training Central

AUGUST 19, 2024

Minimum weather visibility is three miles from your control station. Your drone can carry an external load if it is securely attached and does not adversely affect the flight characteristics or controllability of the aircraft. Some exceptions apply to Hawaii and the District of Columbia.)

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Pilot Air Traffic Control Airspace Classes Payload 52

Pilot Institute

MAY 21, 2025

Drones are no longer just for photography, as they can now carry heavy payloads essential for key market sectors. Key Takeaways Heavy-lift UAVs can now carry payloads up to 498 lbs. The FAA is developing an air traffic control program for UAVs called Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM).

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Payload Lift Cargo Air Traffic Control 83

NYC Aviation

JUNE 17, 2020

A continuous broadcast of weather, active runways, and other important information like NOTAMs (see below). AWOS – an acronym for Automated Weather Observation System. It is an airport weather package that provides real-time reporting on airport weather conditions. AOG – Aircraft On Ground.

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Runway Air Traffic Control Weather Approach 52