FAA Chart Symbols and Legend 3

Question 1

On a sectional chart, what does a zigzag or jagged line bordering an area typically indicate?

Accepted Answer

Military operations area (MOA)

Answer

Military Operations Areas (MOAs) are depicted on sectional charts with a hatch-pattern or jagged boundary line in magenta.

Question 2

What symbol is used on a sectional chart to indicate a lighted obstruction above 1,000 feet AGL?

Accepted Answer

High-intensity bolt symbol over a dot

Answer

A high-intensity strobe or lightning-bolt symbol over a dot marks obstructions above 1,000 feet AGL that are equipped with high-intensity lights.

Question 3

What does 'UC' next to an obstruction symbol on a sectional chart mean?

Accepted Answer

Under construction

Answer

'UC' beside an obstruction symbol on a sectional chart indicates the structure is under construction and may not yet be at its charted final height.

Question 4

A parachute symbol on a sectional chart indicates what type of activity?

Accepted Answer

Skydiving operations

Answer

A parachute symbol on a sectional chart marks areas where skydiving (parachute jumping) operations regularly take place.

Question 5

What does the symbol of a glider on a sectional chart indicate?

Accepted Answer

Soaring/glider operations area

Answer

A glider symbol on a sectional chart marks airports or areas with soaring and glider operations that may produce unpowered traffic with no radio.

FAA - Sectional Chart Practice Test