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Module 02

Airspace and distances

How far to stay from aerodromes, airstrips and heliports, which areas are off limits, and how to keep clear of people.

Aerodromes and airstrips

The 9.2 km circle, the 100 m band out to 18.5 km, and the 3.7 km airstrip buffer. (10 min)

Keep 9.2 km from aerodromes

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100 m limit from 9.2 to 18.5 km

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Keep 3.7 km from uncontrolled airstrips

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Heliports and restricted areas

Keep 0.9 km from heliports and never enter prohibited, restricted or dangerous areas. (7 min)

Keep 0.9 km from heliports

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Prohibited, restricted, dangerous areas

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People on the ground

Why you never fly over crowds or over people who are not part of your operation. (6 min)

No flying over crowds

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People not involved in the flight

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