PSTAR Airspace Classification and Requirements

Question 1

What equipment is required to operate in Class B airspace?

Accepted Answer

Two-way radio, transponder with Mode C, and ATC clearance

Answer

Only a radio

Answer

Only a transponder

Answer

No special equipment required

Question 2

What are the VFR weather minimums in Class G airspace below 1,200 feet AGL during the day?

Accepted Answer

1 mile visibility, clear of clouds

Answer

3 miles visibility, 500-1000-2000 cloud clearances

Answer

5 miles visibility, 1000-1000-2000

Answer

3 miles visibility, clear of clouds

Question 3

Class A airspace in the US begins at what altitude?

Accepted Answer

18,000 feet MSL

Answer

10,000 feet MSL

Answer

14,500 feet MSL

Answer

24,000 feet MSL

Question 4

What are the standard VFR weather minimums in Class E airspace above 10,000 feet MSL?

Accepted Answer

5 miles, 1000-1000-2000 clearance

Answer

3 miles, 500-1000-2000 clearance

Answer

3 miles, clear of clouds

Answer

1 mile, clear of clouds

Question 5

What is required to operate within Class C airspace?

Accepted Answer

Two-way radio communication established and Mode C transponder

Answer

ATC clearance, Mode C transponder, and two-way radio

Answer

Only a Mode C transponder

Answer

Only ATC clearance

Question 6

What type of airspace surrounds most major US airline hub airports?

Accepted Answer

Class B

Answer

Class C

Answer

Class D

Answer

Class E