Drone exam · Airspace restrictions

A pilot has an authorization for the correct site but for yesterday afternoon. The client asks to fly the same route today morning. Can the old approval be reused?

Answer

Only if the approval terms allow it. If the authorization is tied to yesterday's date or time window, the pilot needs a new or amended authorization for today's operation.

Explanation

An airspace approval is usually bound to the conditions stated in it. Changing the time, altitude, aircraft, area, or operation can make the approval no longer match the flight. The pilot should read the conditions, not just the location name.