CFC Airspace Classification & Communication Requirements Flashcards
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What communication equipment is required to operate in Class A airspace?
Answer: Two-way radio communication with ATC and an IFR clearance
Class A airspace requires two-way radio communication with ATC and a valid IFR clearance and flight plan.
At what altitude does Class A airspace begin in the contiguous United States?
Answer: 18,000 feet MSL
Class A airspace extends from 18,000 feet MSL to FL600 in the contiguous US.
What is required before entering Class B airspace?
Answer: An explicit ATC clearance
An explicit ATC clearance is required before entering Class B airspace surrounding the nation's busiest airports.
Class C airspace typically has what horizontal configuration from the primary airport?
Answer: 5 NM inner circle, 10 NM outer circle
Class C airspace has a 5 NM inner circle and a 10 NM outer circle, creating a characteristic two-ring structure.
What communication requirement applies when entering Class C airspace?
Answer: Two-way radio communication must be established with approach control
Two-way radio communication must be established with ATC before entering Class C airspace, though an explicit clearance is not required.
Which airspace class requires both an ATC clearance AND a filed IFR flight plan for all operations?
Answer: Class A
Class A airspace requires all operations to be conducted under IFR with a filed flight plan and ATC clearance.