To which type of aircraft must small RPA always give way?

Small Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) are required to give way to manned aircraft due to the inherent difference in pilot control, operational authority, and the potential risks involved in an encounter. Manned aircraft have a pilot onboard who is responsible for navigating and controlling the aircraft in real-time. These pilots are trained to handle a variety of flying conditions and situations, making their actions crucial in maintaining safety near airports and in the airspace.

In most airspace regulations, the rules prioritize the right of way to manned aircraft to ensure that there is a clear operational hierarchy that helps prevent accidents. This is particularly important during takeoff and landing phases when the likelihood of encounters is higher. Compliance with these regulations is essential for the safety of all airspace users, including:RPA operators, who must remain vigilant and defer to the priority of manned aircraft to avoid collisions.

The other options provided do not capture this regulatory priority as effectively, as helicopters, while they may often operate in similar airspace, are still classified differently and do not hold the same priority as manned aircraft in general regulations. It is important for RPA pilots to understand this hierarchy and ensure they are adhering to the right-of-way rules to maintain safety in shared air