Drone exam · Aviation regulations

The pilot can still see the drone, but the route would pass close to uninvolved people behind a barrier. Why is VLOS alone not enough?

Answer

The pilot must also comply with people separation, overflight, category, airspace, and local limits. Seeing the aircraft does not mean every visible position is permitted.

Explanation

VLOS is one operating condition, not a universal permission. Other rules may restrict where the aircraft can be flown.