Is a Waiver to Fly Drones in Controlled Airspace Still Necessary?
Pilot Institute
JUNE 27, 2025
Aircraft must operate under ATC clearance. Cloud clearance: 500 ft below , 1,000 ft above , 2,000 ft horizontal. UAS Operations (Part 107): ATC authorization required. ATC & Communication: No ATC clearance required for VFR. Key Features: IFR flights only—requires instrument rating. Not accessible to drones.
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