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The Flight Restricted Zone (FRZ) - A Brief Summary

The Washington, DC Flight Restricted Zone (FRZ) is the airspace inside the inner, irregular circle in the graphic above.  It was put in place as a security measure shortly after the terrorist attacks of September, 2001 and is roughly 30 miles across depending on exactly where you look.

While General Aviation activity within the FRZ is restricted, it’s NOT prohibited.  There is access, and the three GA airports within - CGS, VKX and W32 - are open for business.

To get access to this airspace, a pilot needs only go through a one-time application process, brief training and a background check.  Once everything is complete the pilot will receive a PIN that enables flight to and from the GA airports within the FRZ.   (And yes, you need a PIN even if you’re filing IFR and/or operating under 135.)

We periodically offer seminars where pilots can can get the requisite training, initiate the needed background check, or both all in one place at the same time.  These events are presented thanks to the generous sponsorship of AOPA, Chesapeake Sport Pilot, GT Aviation, Fetter Aviation, and Hyde Field/Washington Executive Airpark.  

You can also apply for a PIN through any of the 3 GA airports located in the FRZ.

To learn more about the requirements for a PIN, Click HERE.

To learn about PIN & SFRA seminars where you can get it all done in one place at one time, click HERE