AGL Clearance Transponder 
Pilot Institute
JUNE 27, 2025
Know what special scenarios still require a waiver, such as flying BVLOS operations, flights above people, or flights that exceed the standard 400 feet AGL. Requires: Two-way radio, Mode C transponder, and ADS-B Out. Aircraft must operate under ATC clearance. Mode C transponder and ADS-B Out within 30 NM.
Flight Training Central
MARCH 10, 2025
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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Flight Training Central
JUNE 16, 2025
If the restricted area is not active and has been released to the controlling agency, the ATC facility will allow the aircraft to operate in the restricted airspace without issuing specific clearance. MTR’s with segments above 1,500′ AGL are identified by a three-digit number. VFR pilots must file a D.C. SFRA flight plan.
WayMan
MAY 13, 2025
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, (..)
Flight Training Central
MARCH 18, 2024
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.
Pilot Institute
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
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.
Pilot Institute
APRIL 24, 2024
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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