The FAA is developing a Letter of Agreement (LOA) in which the FAA authorizes deviations from ADS-B Out equipage requirements for balloonists in Class C airspace. The FAA is working with operators in New Mexico and Colorado to develop LOAs which contain specific operational information for the airspace that will allow them to operate without ADS-B Out for a limited time. Each operator, whether a commercial business or individual pilot, will sign a LOA with the FAA to confirm they know the proper procedures in the Class C airspace that surrounds the areas. Alternatively, a representative of a balloon festival or association/society may enter into the agreement on behalf of its participants or members if certain conditions are met. The LOAs will be valid through March 2023.