41 Micronesia

Light blue with four white five-pointed stars centered. The stars are arranged in a diamond pattern. Blue symbolizes the Pacific Ocean, the stars represent the four island groups of Chuuk, Kosrae, Pohnpei, and Yap.

Flag courtesy of the CIA World Factbook

Map courtesy of the CIA World Factbook

Google Earth

An aerial view of Keprohi Waterfall on the island of Pohnpei. Given the high volcanic topography and heavy rainfall of Pohnpei, there are a number of scenic waterfalls on the island.

Photo courtesy of the CIA World Factbook

Micronesia is a member of ICAO.
Last updated on August 16, 2024

Government

According to Britannica, under the 1979 constitution, the government of the Federated States of Micronesia consists of executive, legislative, and judicial branches. The president and vice president are elected by the legislature, the unicameral National Congress. The legislature comprises one at-large senator from each state, who serves four-year terms, and a variable number of single-district senators (determined on the basis of population), who serve two-year terms. Most major governmental functions other than those relating to defense and foreign affairs are carried out at the state rather than the national level. Each of the four state governments has a popularly elected governor and a unicameral legislature. There are no political parties.

The judicial system consists of the Supreme Court of the Federated States of Micronesia, state courts in each of the four states, and municipal courts in each political subdivision of each state. Recognized customary law is in force wherever it does not conflict with constitutional law.

Civil / National Aviation Authority (CAA/NAA)

The Federated States of Micronesia Division of Civil Aviation is a branch of the Department of Transportation, Communication & Infrastructure of the government of the F.S.M. and is responsible for the nation’s airspace, airports, and airfields.

Airspace

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ICAO countries publish an Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP). This document is divided into three parts: General (GEN), En Route (ENR) and Aerodromes (AD). ENR 1.4 details the types of airspace classes they chose to adopt from classes A through G.

None found by the author.

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Drone Regulations

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Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Regulations & Policies

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Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) News

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Short Essay Questions

Question 1

You have been hired by a Drone Startup Company. Your boss has immediately assigned this job to you.

They need you to prepare a one-page memo detailing the legalities of using a drone at Keprohi Waterfall, pictured above.

They need you to mention any national laws and local ordinances.

They specifically want to know what airspace you will be operating in and whether or not you need an airspace authorization.

Does it matter whether or not you are a citizen of the country?

Lastly, there is a bonus for you if, as you scroll through this chapter, you find any typos or broken links!

Question 2

Do you need a certificate to fly UAS?

If so, how do you obtain one?

Are there fees associated with this?

If so, how much?

Question 3

May you operate beyond visual line of sight?

If so, what procedures must you follow?

Question 4

Does the country have UAM/AAM laws? If so, describe, citing the exact law.

Question 5

Are you aware of any new laws or policies not mentioned above? If so, describe, citing the exact law or policy.

 

 

 

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