FAA Part 107 Drone Exam Prep 26, CTAF Communication at Non-Towered Airports
Jul 30, 2026
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In this episode you will learn:
- To locate the Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) for a non-towered airport in the Chart Supplement or on a sectional chart.
- That while not mandatory for Part 107 pilots, monitoring CTAF and self-announcing your position is a critical safety best practice near airports.
- How to interpret standard pilot announcements to build situational awareness of manned aircraft positions and intentions.
- The difference between CTAF (pilot-to-pilot), UNICOM (air-to-ground advisory service), and MULTICOM (used when no other frequency is assigned).
- That manned aircraft typically enter the traffic pattern at a 45-degree angle to the downwind leg, helping you anticipate their movements.
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