High School

How low (AGL) can you fly over seashores, lake shores, and U.S. Forest Service wilderness areas?

A. 500 feet
B. 1000 feet
C. 1500 feet
D. 2000 feet

Answer :

Final answer:

FAA regulations require aircraft to maintain a minimum altitude of 2,000 feet above protected areas such as seashores and wilderness areas.

Explanation:

The question pertains to the minimum altitude Above Ground Level (AGL) at which one can legally fly over protected areas such as seashores, lake shores, and US Forest Service wilderness areas. According to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, aircraft must generally maintain an altitude of 2,000 feet above the highest obstacle within a horizontal radius of 2,000 feet of the aircraft. However, over seashores and other wilderness areas, the FAA mandates a minimum altitude of 2,000 feet to limit environmental impact and preserve the natural experience for people on the ground.