Controlled airspace

[meopilite]

I enjoy going to a good flying spot here where i live. My launch area is about 5 feet inside uncontrolled airspace. And, unless I have authorization, I keep the drone in uncontrolled airspace.

But there is a pik-nik table that sits inside controlled airspace. I sit at this table and launch my drone.

So, the drone remains in uncontrolled airspace, but im in controlled airspace.

Am I gonna get in trouble?

 

[ROB S.]

I enjoy going to a good flying spot here where i live. My launch area is about 5 feet inside uncontrolled airspace. And, unless I have authorization, I keep the drone in uncontrolled airspace.

But there is a pik-nik table that sits inside controlled airspace. I sit at this table and launch my drone.

So, the drone remains in uncontrolled airspace, but im in controlled airspace.

Am I gonna get in trouble?

Yes, as of March 2026, you can generally fly a drone in
uncontrolled airspace (Class G) without prior authorization, even if you (the pilot) are physically standing in controlled airspace (Classes B, C, D, or E surface areas).
The Ohio State University +1
Under FAA regulations (Part 107 or the Exception for Limited Recreational Operations), the requirement for airspace authorization depends on the location of the aircraft, not the location of the pilot.
Federal Aviation Administration (.gov) +1

 

[ROB S.]

, as of March 2026, you can generally fly a drone in
uncontrolled airspace (Class G) without prior authorization, even if you (the pilot) are physically standing in controlled airspace (Classes B, C, D, or E surface areas).
View attachment 893The Ohio State University +1
Under FAA regulations (Part 107 or the Exception for Limited Recreational Operations), the requirement for airspace authorization depends on the location of the aircraft, not the location of the pilot.
View attachment 892Federal Aviation Administration (.gov) +1

The answer to you question is “NO”!
It only applies to the drone , not your position.
Use Aloft for authorization along with B4Ufly!
These apps will give you all the authorization
You need!