CTO Airspace Structure & Regulations 3

Question 1

Class C airspace typically extends from the surface to what altitude above the primary airport?

Accepted Answer

5,000 feet AGL

Answer

Standard Class C airspace extends from the surface to 4,000 feet above the primary airport's elevation, though specific dimensions are published on sectional charts.

Question 2

What action must a non-participating pilot take when a VIP Movement TFR is active under FAR 91.141?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the TFR area entirely unless ATC authorized

Answer

FAR 91.141 TFRs for VIP movements prohibit flight within the TFR unless the aircraft is operating under ATC authorization.

Question 3

A Mode C veil requires all aircraft within what radius of a Class B primary airport to be equipped with an encoding altimeter?

Accepted Answer

30 NM

Answer

The Mode C veil requires all aircraft operating within 30 nautical miles of a Class B primary airport to be equipped with an altitude encoding transponder.

Question 4

Which document provides the legal basis for airspace classification in the United States?

Accepted Answer

FAR Part 71

Answer

FAR Part 71 designates the airspace areas including Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace, Federal Airways, and reporting points.

Question 5

When does Class D airspace become effective for an airport that has a part-time control tower?

Accepted Answer

Only during published tower hours of operation

Answer

Class D airspace is effective only during the published hours of operation of the control tower; outside those hours, it reverts to Class E or G.

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CTO Airspace Structure & Regulations 3