The “C2 Tech Bridge at Marina airport” test site is located about 950 meters SSW from the East end of the Runway 11-29 of uncontrolled (Class G) Marina Municipal Airport (OAR/KOAR). The airport uses right-hand landing pattern for Rwy 29 and left-handed pattern for Rwy 11. This test site provides an opportunity to collaborate with UC MBEST and several Silicon Valley companies. NPS holds a FAA COA#: 2020-WSA-7196-USN-DoD waiver. UAS operations are conducted between University Drive and tarmac and are limited to 400ft above the ground.
- NPS UAS Flying at C2 Tech Bridge at Marina airport usually occurs on Fridays. All inquiries should be made through NPS UAS Ops with "Marina Testing" in the subject line.
- To operate at MBA Airfield the DD Form 2977 Deliberate Risk Assessment Worksheet is required (see example).
- Email the request for approval of Flight Schedule form to NPS UAS Ops with " Marina Approval Request" in the subject line, at least three business days before the scheduled event (see example).
- Driving directions to C2 Tech Bridge at Marina airport can be found here.
