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Special use airspace

Airspace in which flight activities are subject to restrictions that can create limitations on the mixed use of airspace. Consists of prohibited, restricted, warning, military operations, and alert areas.

Dictionary Term

Special use airspace

Definition

  • Airspace in which flight activities are subject to restrictions that can create limitations on the mixed use of airspace. Consists of prohibited, restricted, warning, military operations, and alert areas.

References

  • Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge · Federal Aviation Administration · 2023