FAA Part 107 Drone Practice Test

At the highest allowable flight altitude above a tower near Savannah/Hilton Head Intl (SAV), which airspace classification would apply?

1. Class G

2. Class E

3. Class C

4. Class A

The correct answer is: Class C

The correct response is that at the highest allowable flight altitude above a tower near Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV), Class C airspace would apply. Class C airspace typically extends from the surface up to 4,000 feet above the airport elevation in a defined radius around the airport. This classification is designed to provide controlled airspace around busy airports where there is significant air traffic. In this instance, given the proximity to an airport like Savannah/Hilton Head, it is critical to understand that activities such as drone operations must comply with the specific regulations and operational requirements associated with Class C airspace. For reference, Class G airspace refers to uncontrolled airspace and is generally found at lower altitudes; Class E airspace is controlled airspace that can extend from a defined altitude up to the base of Class A airspace; and Class A airspace starts at 18,000 feet MSL (Mean Sea Level) and is used primarily for high-altitude flight scenarios, which would not encompass a tower at lower altitudes. Thus, understanding the classification of airspace around an airport is crucial for safe and legal operations of drones, especially as they relate to altitude limitations and the need for communication with air traffic