Who should broadcast a CTAF call to alert a nearby manned aircraft during UAS operations?

Who should broadcast a CTAF call to alert a nearby manned aircraft during UAS operations?

• A. Remote PIC
• B. Visual Observer
• C. Both Remote PIC and Visual Observer
• D. Neither

Answer: (C)

The key idea is that alerting nearby manned aircraft about UAS operations needs clear, redundant communication from those in charge and those actively spotting traffic. The Remote PIC is responsible for the flight and its communications, while the Visual Observer is watching for other aircraft and can provide timely traffic information from a ground perspective. When both broadcast the CTAF call, the message about the UAS’s presence, location, and intent reaches pilots through multiple sources, reducing the chance of a missed alert and helping pilots maintain safe separation. If only one person spoke, a miscommunication or missed notice could occur; with both involved, situational awareness is strengthened for everyone in the air.

The key idea is that alerting nearby manned aircraft about UAS operations needs clear, redundant communication from those in charge and those actively spotting traffic. The Remote PIC is responsible for the flight and its communications, while the Visual Observer is watching for other aircraft and can provide timely traffic information from a ground perspective. When both broadcast the CTAF call, the message about the UAS’s presence, location, and intent reaches pilots through multiple sources, reducing the chance of a missed alert and helping pilots maintain safe separation. If only one person spoke, a miscommunication or missed notice could occur; with both involved, situational awareness is strengthened for everyone in the air.