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Has the NAS IG considered the possibility of parachutists descending unannounced through Class E airspace where IFR aircraft are operating?

April 26, 2017Airspace class Descending IG NAS POSSIBILITY unannounced

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Has the NAS IG considered the possibility of parachutists descending unannounced through Class E airspace where IFR aircraft are operating?

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Existing procedures will not change. If a parachute aircraft is operating in Class E airspace, the pilot will contact the Class E air traffic controller and request traffic information. The drop will not commence if IFR traffic is present.