Question

Checking the NOTAMs confirms the Blue Angels are scheduled to perform at the local airport. When can UAS operations resume relative to this NOTAM?

1) Once the Blue Angels have landed
2) With ATC authorization
3) Immediately so long as a 1 NM distance is maintained

Answer 1

UAS operations near an airport during a Blue Angels show are subject to Temporary Flight Restrictions and may resume with ATC authorization after the NOTAM period relating to the show has ended, ensuring that appropriate safety measures are adhered to.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question relates to Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations near an airport where the Blue Angels are scheduled to perform. According to NOTAMs (Notices to Airmen), these are notifications issued by authorities to inform pilots of issues that could affect the safety and operation of the airspace. When a performance by the Blue Angels is scheduled, a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is usually put in place to ensure safety and secure airspace. UAS operations can resume only once the TFR is lifted and operations are deemed safe.

To specifically answer the student's question, UAS operations can resume with ATC authorization after the performance has concluded and if ATC determines it is safe to do so. It is generally not enough for the Blue Angels to simply land; the appropriate regulatory body must clear the airspace. Maintaining a 1 NM distance from the show isn't typically a sufficient condition to resume UAS operations during active TFRs associated with air shows and requires explicit authorization.