What kind of operations are typically authorized for UAS in Group 2?

Group 2 UAS operations are typically associated with low altitude operations within a specified weight limit. This classification generally covers UAS that can operate under certain conditions defined by regulatory authorities, focusing on vehicles that have a maximum weight of 4.4 to 55 pounds (2 to 25 kilograms) and are intended for missions that do not involve flying at high altitudes or in complex airspace.

In this context, low altitude operations can include a variety of tasks such as surveying, agricultural monitoring, or other applications requiring close-range capabilities. It is important to note that these operations are designed to be safe and manageable, minimizing the risk to other airspace users and the ground below.

The other choices, while relevant to UAS operations in different contexts, do not accurately describe the typical operational scope of Group 2 UAS. High altitude research is often associated with larger drones capable of higher performance. Long-distance transport of goods generally falls outside the low altitude operations characteristic of Group 2. Aerial firefighting may involve larger or different classification systems for UAS designed to carry large payloads or operate in challenging conditions. Therefore, the low altitude operations within the specified weight limit are most appropriate for Group 2 UAS.