In an Alert Area, who is responsible for collision avoidance?

In an Alert Area, the responsibility for collision avoidance falls on both participating and non-participating pilots. This is because Alert Areas are designated to inform pilots about a high volume of pilot training or unusual aerial activity that may not be readily apparent. Due to the increased risk of encounters, all pilots flying in or near an Alert Area must stay vigilant and maintain situational awareness regardless of their participation status.

Participating pilots are involved in the activities that prompted the Alert Area, while non-participating pilots need to be cautious as they may inadvertently enter the area while unaware of the ongoing activities. Hence, both groups share the responsibility of ensuring safe operations to prevent collisions, making it crucial for all pilots to communicate their intentions and maintain visual and procedural awareness while navigating through or near these areas.