LAANC Requests on Mobile

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Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) is an FAA program that allows unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to access restricted airspace in a more automated manner.

Part 107-certified and Recreational (Sec. 44809) pilots can apply for access to controlled airspace at or below 400 feet.

If you have additional questions about LAANC, please visit our LAANC FAQ at: LAANC FAQ

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 LAANC Authorizations with AirData  

AirData currently allows customers the ability to apply for LAANC approval in three ways:

1. The Mission Planning module,
2. The Standalone LAANC Approval module,
3. The AirData UAV mobile application.

Please see the following steps for LAANC approval on mobile.

Note: These steps are applicable to AirData UAV on iOS, Android, and Android-based remote controllers.

1. AIRSPACE Tab
2. Required Fields
3. Requesting Authorization
4. DATA - Recent LAANC

1. Tap the AIRSPACE tab

You can select a location for LAANC authorization on the AIRSPACE tab. Locations that are applicable for LAANC authorization will read "Click here to start a new LAANC request".

Click the link to start a new LAANC request.

2. Input the LAANC Type and the required fields

You will then be prompted to choose the type of LAANC authorization: Recreational (Section Section 44809) or Commercial (Part 107), and will need to input the Date, Time, and Duration of your planned flight. The app will then ask the planned Max Height of your flight.

3. Requesting Authorization

Automatic Authorization
If your flight is eligible for LAANC Automatic Approved Authorization, tap the "Submit to FAA" button to complete your LAANC request.
If approved, you will be taken to a summary of your LAANC approval with an Automatic Authorization code, an “Approved” status, and a “Cancel” button.

Further Coordination
If it is determined that your flight requires Further Coordination, you will be presented with a text box asking you to “Explain the extra precautions you will take to ensure safety”.
After filling this out, press the "Submit to FAA" button to complete your LAANC request.

You will be taken to a summary page for your LAANC request with a Further Coordination Authorization code, a “Pending” status, and a “Cancel” button.

If your FC request is approved, you will receive an approval email from info@airdata.com containing the approved request’s authorization code.

If your FC request is denied, you will receive a denial email from info@airdata.com containing the FAA’s reason for denial.

4. DATA Tab - Recent LAANC

In AirData UAV, you can view your LAANC authorizations by tapping DATA - Recent LAANC.

This same information will also be displayed in your AirData web app. To see this, navigate to PLAN -> LAANC -> Upcoming Requests.