What must happen when an aircraft approaches a Controlled Firing Area (CFA)?

When an aircraft approaches a Controlled Firing Area (CFA), activities within the area must be suspended. This is because CFAs are designated areas where military or other types of weaponry testing and firing can occur. These areas are not restricted but are established to ensure that activities do not pose a risk to non-participating aircraft.

When an aircraft is observed approaching a CFA, a key safety protocol is for the activities to be halted to prevent any potential accidents or hazards. This emphasizes the priority of maintaining safety for all aircraft operating in proximity to active firing ranges. The area’s designation is such that there should be no danger to aircraft when it is active, as the procedures require awareness and situational monitoring to avoid conflicts with civilian or other airborne traffic. Thus, suspending activities allows for safe passage through or near the designated airspace.