Basics for Air Traffic Control – VFR Charts and Publications

Flashcards summarizing key concepts related to VFR charts and publications crucial for air traffic control.

Visual Flight Rules (VFR)

Navigation accomplished by matching visual observations outside the cockpit with features on a chart.

Sectional Aeronautical Chart

A chart designed to be used by slow and medium-speed aircraft flying under VFR, published every 56 days.

VFR Checkpoints

Landmarks used by pilots for navigation, including both constructed and natural features.

Radio Navigation Aids (NAVAIDs)

Radio aids used for navigation, including VORs, VORTACs, DMEs, and NDBs.

Maximum Elevation Figure (MEF)

The elevation of the highest known feature in a chart quadrangle, rounded up for safety.

Chart Legend

Provides information on features such as airports, NAVAIDs, communication frequencies, and airspace details.

Class B Airspace

Airspace that requires specific operating rules and approvals for flight, typically around major airports.

VFR Terminal Area Chart (TAC)

A chart that provides detailed information for visual navigation in terminal areas, larger scale than sectional charts.

Chart Supplement

An operational manual providing detailed information about airports and navigational aids, published every 56 days.

Special Use Airspace (SUA)

Airspace that has restrictions or limitations for operations, including Prohibited and Restricted areas.