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AirspaceQuestion 162 of 934

Why are controlled firing areas (CFAs) not charted?

  1. They only operate over water, away from any airport
  2. Activity stops when aircraft approach the area
  3. They only operate at night when VFR flight is rare
  4. They cover too much area to show on a chart
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Correct answer: Activity stops when aircraft approach the area

A CFA stops its activity at once when spotters or radar see an aircraft approach. Charting is not needed.

Source: Aeronautical Information Manual (FAA, Basic with Change 3, 9 July 2026), AIM 3-4-7 Controlled Firing Areas, page 191

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026