Seems like there is an awful lot of confusion here about the rules in the US. That's likely because the rules are confusing...
If you are a hobbyist:
1. Airspace classifications mean nothing. You can fly anywhere you like as long as you notify the airport AND tower when you are flying within 5 miles.
2. You have no altitude restrictions if you are flying within the AMA's safety guidelines except when you are near an airport.
3. You must NOT interfere with manned aircraft. That includes a lot of common-sense things that aren't explicitly stated. Generally, avoid the immediate airport area and you should be OK 99% of the time.
4. You must fly within visual line of sight. That means you, the operator, must be able to visually see the aircraft at all times. This means no long distance flights and no
goggles.
5. You must follow a safety code promulgated by a nationwide community-oriented group, which at this time basically means the AMA - of which you need not be a member.
If you are flying as a non-hobbyist (commercial or other non-recreational flight under Part 107):
1. You don't need to notify an airport or tower when flying within 5 miles, but you cannot fly in controlled airspace without authorization, which you must obtain from the FAA's portal. ATC at the tower has been directed to NOT grant such permission.
2. ...All the other Part 107 rules. Too numerous to list.
Now, to the other sticky widget:
1. You cannot, as a UAS pilot, transmit on a VHF radio. There is no category of FCC station license that permits it.
Your RROP covers you as an operator, but the STATION must be licensed as well. For a station ABOARD an aircraft, it's covered by rule. Ground stations require their own station license, and there is currently no category of license that would cover a UAS pilot. The FCC hasn't gotten there yet. You can listen all you like - and this isn't a bad idea - but you cannot legally transmit.
