Drone exam · Navigation, charts, and mission data

A GPS interference NOTAM covers the region of a waypoint mission. The route is in otherwise unrestricted airspace. Why does the notice still matter?

Answer

The aircraft may lose or degrade positioning, navigation, or automated functions. The pilot should assess model specific behavior and decide whether the mission remains safe without the expected service.

Explanation

Airspace permission does not guarantee navigation availability. A technical service notice can change the feasibility of the route.