KCOS Drone Restrictions Near Colorado Springs Airport

Airport Information

Colorado Springs Airport (KCOS) is an aviation facility located near Colorado Springs, Colorado. Drone operations in the vicinity of this airport are subject to FAA airspace rules and may require prior authorization through LAANC or direct coordination with air traffic control.

Radio Frequencies

Monitor these frequencies for safe operations near KCOS. Drone pilots are not required to transmit but monitoring helps situational awareness.

Airport Airspace Map

Interactive FAA ArcGIS map centered on KCOS with LAANC grid overlay and controlled airspace details.

Safety & Compliance

Before flying near KCOS, pilots should:

• Check LAANC (Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability) for instant authorization
• Verify current NOTAMs and TFRs using FAA B4UFLY or the FAA DroneZone
• Stay clear of all runway approaches and departure paths
• Monitor the airport CTAF or tower frequency for manned aircraft activity
• Avoid operations during high-traffic periods (peak hours, special events)
• Maintain visual line of sight and yield right-of-way to all manned aircraft

Airspace Restrictions

KCOS airspace planning should start with B4UFLY, LAANC availability, airport proximity, and any Temporary Flight Restrictions that may affect launch or recovery.

• Controlled Airspace: Drone operations require ATC authorization — use LAANC for low-altitude approvals or contact the tower directly for other requests
• Runway Proximity: Avoid flight within 2 nautical miles of the runway without explicit authorization
• Altitude Limit: Maximum 400 feet AGL (14 CFR 107.51) unless authorized for higher operations
• Visual Line of Sight: Maintain VLOS at all times (14 CFR 107.31)
• Manned Aircraft: Yield right-of-way and do not interfere with airport operations under any circumstances

Federal Regulations (14 CFR Part 107)

• 107.21 – In-flight emergency procedures and right-of-way rules
• 107.25 – Operation from a moving vehicle or aircraft prohibited
• 107.31 – Visual line of sight requirement
• 107.35 – Preflight checks required before each flight
• 107.39 – Remote pilot in command responsibilities
• 107.51 – Operating altitude limited to 400 feet AGL

How to Get Authorization

• LAANC: Use the LAANC system for instant low-altitude authorization near supported airports — available through apps such as Aloft, Kittyhawk, and others
• FAA DroneZone: Request a Part 107 airspace authorization via faadronezone.faa.gov for operations not covered by LAANC
• Contact ATC: Call the KCOS tower on 119.9 MHz for specific operational requests
• B4UFLY: Always run a B4UFLY check immediately before launch to catch last-minute TFRs and NOTAMs

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