Airspace
ATZ - EASA Drone Definition
ATZ = Aerodrome Traffic Zone
Definition
ATZ = Aerodrome Traffic Zone
An ATZ is airspace around an aerodrome where traffic patterns form; drone flights typically need clearance or are prohibited.
Regulatory context
EU 2019/947 - proximity to aerodromes.
Why it matters for pilots
Checking ATZ and CTR boundaries is part of pre-flight planning.
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