Airspace & Restrictions

A restricted area (e.g., R-2503) contains:

Answer

Unusual, often invisible hazards to aircraft such as artillery firing or aerial gunnery

Restricted areas contain hazards such as artillery firing, aerial gunnery, or guided missiles; entry when active requires the controlling agency's permission.

Source: AIM 3-4-3

Not the answer

  • A temporary flight restriction
  • Airspace where flight is always prohibited
  • Only military training that VFR aircraft may ignore

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