Airspace and Medical Certification Review

Seven Q&A flashcards covering Class A airspace limits, control status, pilot access restrictions, and medical certificate duration for private pilots under 40.

What altitude range does Class A airspace cover?

18,000 feet MSL up to 60,000 feet MSL

Is Class A airspace controlled or uncontrolled according to the notes?

Uncontrolled

Which category of pilots cannot enter Class A airspace?

Private pilots

How often must private pilots under 40 obtain a medical certificate?

Every five years

During which period is a private pilot’s medical certificate considered First Class?

The first year after issuance

What class is a private pilot’s medical certificate in the second year after issuance?

Second Class

For how many years is a private pilot’s medical certificate considered Third Class after the first two years?

The next three years