Airspace Classification and Regulations

A comprehensive set of flashcards covering key concepts and details related to airspace classification, communication, equipment requirements, entry rules, and temporary flight restrictions.

Class A Airspace Communication Requirements

Must be on IFR flight plan and in continuous two-way radio communication with ATC.

Class A Airspace Equipment Requirements

IFR-certified aircraft, two-way radio, Mode C transponder, and ADS-B Out.

Class A Airspace Entry Requirements

IFR clearance required.

Class B Airspace Communication Requirements

ATC clearance required before entry; two-way radio communication must be established.

Class B Airspace Equipment Requirements

Two-way radio, Mode C transponder, and ADS-B Out.

Class B Airspace Entry Requirements

Student pilots require endorsement.

Class C Airspace Communication Requirements

Two-way radio communication must be established before entry and maintained.

Class C Airspace Equipment Requirements

Two-way radio, Mode C transponder, and ADS-B Out.

Class C Airspace Entry Requirements

No special clearance, but communication required.

Class D Airspace Communication Requirements

Two-way radio communication must be established before entry and maintained.

Class D Airspace Equipment Requirements

Two-way radio.

Class D Airspace Entry Requirements

No special clearance, but communication required.

Class E Airspace Communication Requirements

No communication required for VFR.

Class E Airspace Equipment Requirements

No specific equipment required for VFR; IFR requires appropriate equipment.

Class E Airspace Entry Requirements

No clearance required.

Class G Airspace Communication Requirements

No communication required.

Class G Airspace Equipment Requirements

No specific equipment required.

Class G Airspace Entry Requirements

No clearance required.

Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) Purpose

Restrict airspace for safety or security reasons.

TFRs Communication Requirements

Pilots must obtain ATC clearance or avoid the area if no clearance is given.

TFRs Equipment Requirements

Two-way radio and transponder with ADS-B Out are typically required.

Identification of TFRs

Shown on sectional charts and updated on FAA websites; appear as red circles or polygons.

TFRs Compliance Consequences

Unauthorized entry into an active TFR can result in enforcement action.

Class B Airspace Visibility Requirements

3 statute miles.

Class B Airspace Cloud Clearance Requirements

3 statue mile visibility and clear of clouds.

Class C Airspace Visibility Requirements

3 statute miles.

Class C Airspace Cloud Clearance Requirements

3 statue miles visibility, 1000 ft above, 500 ft below, 2000 ft horizontal.

Class D Airspace Visibility Requirements

3 statute miles.

Class D Airspace Cloud Clearance Requirements

1000 ft above, 500 ft below, 2000 ft horizontal.

Class E Airspace Visibility and Cloud Clearance Requirements below 10,000 ft MSL

3 statue miles visibility, clouds must be 500 ft below, 1000 ft above and 2000 ft horizontally

Class G Airspace Visibility Requirements Below 10,000 ft MSL

3 statute miles visibility, 1000 ft above, 500 ft below, 2000 ft horizontal.

Class G Airspace Visibility Requirements Above 10,000 ft MSL

5 statute miles visibility, 1000 ft above, 1000 ft below, 1 mile horizontal.

Class G Airspace Day Visibility Below 1,200 ft AGL

1 statute mile visibility, clear of clouds.

Class G Airspace Day Visibility Above 1,200 ft AGL and Below 10,000 ft MSL

1 statute mile visibility, 1000 ft above, 500 ft below, 2000 ft horizontal.

Class G Airspace Night Visibility Below 1,200 ft AGL

3 statute miles visibility, 1000 ft above, 500 ft below, 2000 ft horizontal.

Class G Airspace Night Visibility Above 10,000 ft MSL

Same as Class E above 10,000 ft.

Mode C Transponder

This equipment that provides altitude reporting in specific airspace. Includes Squawk code which identifies aircraft.

ADS-B Out

Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast system that transmits aircraft data.

IFR Flight Plan

Instrument Flight Rules plan that ensures aircraft has guidance while flying.

Two-way Radio Communication

Communication method required to engage with ATC efficiently.

IFR Clearance

Required permission to enter controlled airspace under Instrument Flight Rules.

Student Pilot Endorsement

Authorization required for student pilots to enter certain airspace.

TFRs and Natural Disasters

Temporary flight restrictions are used during natural disasters for safety.

TFRs and VIP Movement

TFRs can be established for the movement of VIPs for security.

TFRs and Space Launches

TFRs may be in effect during space launches to secure airspace.

Classification of Airspace

Categories like Class A, B, C, D, E, and G representing different regulations.

Visibility Requirements

Specifications determining how far a pilot must see to operate safely.

Cloud Clearance Requirements

Minimum distance pilots must maintain from clouds during flight.

Airspace Safety

Regulations in place to ensure the safety of aircraft operations.

Air Traffic Control (ATC)

Authority responsible for managing aircraft in controlled airspace.

Sectional Charts

Maps used by pilots that display TFRs and other key flight information.

Enforcement Action

Legal consequences for violations of airspace regulations.

Flight Restrictions

Conditions that can limit where and how aircraft operate.

Controlled Airspace

Airspace in which ATC has regulatory authority.

Uncontrolled Airspace

Airspace without ATC supervision where pilots operate more freely.

IFR vs. VFR

Rules governing flights under Instrument Flight Rules versus Visual Flight Rules.

Altitude Reporting

Providing accurate information about an aircraft's altitude to ATC.

Communication Protocols

Standard procedures for sharing information between pilots and ATC.

VFR Communication

Pilot communication requirements under Visual Flight Rules.

ATC Clearance

Approval from Air Traffic Control to enter specific airspace.

Pilot Responsibilities

Duties of pilots to ensure adherence to airspace regulations.

TFR stands for?

Temporary Flight Restriction

Class E Airspace cloud requirements above 10,000 ft MSL

5 statue miles visibility, clouds must be 1000 ft below, 1000 ft above, and 1 statue mile horizontally.