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getObstacles

Fetch terrain obstacles (towers, buildings, antennas, cranes) near an airport or location for departure/arrival planning.

ProblemWhat it solves

The problem this tool solves

Unfamiliar-field obstacles are deadly at night or in low visibility. The Copilot surfaces them proactively.

Example interaction

Pilot asks

Obstacles near the KCCR departure end of 19R?

Copilot responds

2 obstacles: 285 ft AGL antenna 1.2 nm south, 190 ft AGL tower 0.8 nm southwest. Lit. Clear with standard climb gradient.

Try getObstacles in the Copilot

The Copilot reaches for this tool whenever the conversation calls for it.