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Quiz: Airspace classifications and rules

Flight Training Central

To operate in Class D airspace, you must: Be in contact with ATC and have a clearance to enter. Have an operating transponder with altitude reporting. A temporary flight restriction (TFR) may be issued for: Areas around major sporting events below 3,000 AGL and within 3 nautical miles. Special Flight Rules Area (SFRA).

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Understanding Airspace Classes

WayMan

Quick Reference Table: Airspace Classes Overview Airspace Class Altitude Range Entry Requirements Key Characteristics Class A 18,000 ft MSL to 60,000 ft MSL IFR clearance, Instrument rating, Mode C Transponder High-altitude controlled airspace for fast, high-altitude flights Class B Surface to 10,000 ft MSL (around major airports) Explicit ATC clearance, (..)

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Pilot’s Guide to Airspace

Flight Training Central

For example, a pilot flying IFR in controlled airspace will have to file an IFR flight plan and receive an ATC clearance. For VFR flight, controlled airspace means increased cloud clearance and visibility requirements. For the VFR pilot flying in B, C, and D airspace, there are communication and/or clearance requirements.

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Class C Airspace Explained

Pilot Institute

Aircraft need to have a two-way radio, transponder with Mode C, and Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out equipment. Before entering Class C airspace, pilots must receive clearance from Air Traffic Control (ATC). Before flying into Class C airspace, a pilot must obtain a clearance from ATC.

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Class B Airspace Explained

Pilot Institute

Pilots must meet equipment and certification requirements and have ATC clearance to enter. All aircraft inside the veil must have an operating Mode C transponder and ADS-B Out. Operating Requirements in Class B Airspace Operational Requirements VFR traffic needs explicit clearance to enter Bravo airspace.

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PilotWorkshops’ Guide to Visual Approaches for IFR Pilots

Flight Training Central

Dont be fooled because you still have a transponder code. You must maintain VFR cloud clearances appropriate for the airspace. Youre expected to land as soon as practical if you go around, or stay clear of clouds until issued a new clearance. Thats a clearance, and changing runways requires permission.

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IFR Focus with PilotWorkshops: Visual Approaches

Flight Training Central

Dont be fooled because you still have a transponder code. You must maintain VFR cloud clearances appropriate for the airspace. Youre expected to land as soon as practical if you go around, or stay clear of clouds until issued a new clearance. Thats a clearance, and changing runways requires permission.