Aviation Regulations Class D Airspace Quiz

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What is the minimum visibility requirement for operating within Class D airspace?

  • 2 statute miles
  • 3 statute miles (correct)
  • 5 statute miles
  • 1 statute mile

What is the typical vertical limit of Class D airspace?

  • 14,500 feet MSL
  • 2,500 feet AGL (correct)
  • 1,200 feet AGL
  • 18,000 feet MSL

What is the depiction of Class E airspace that begins at 700 feet AGL on a sectional chart?

  • Tire tread symbol
  • Magenta segmented line
  • Magenta vignette (correct)
  • Blue vignette

When does Class E airspace extend to the surface in an area served by a control tower?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Class D airspace?

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Which of the following tools is NOT listed as necessary for completing a VFR flight plan?

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Which Enabling Learning Objective focuses on plotting a course?

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What aspect of flight planning is covered in Enabling Learning Objective E?

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What is the duration of the VFR Navigation Examination?

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Which of the following is NOT part of the content provided for VFR navigation?

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What does the symbol for Special Conservation Area indicate?

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At what minimum altitude is landing prohibited in Special Conservation Areas?

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What defines Controlled Airspace?

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Which class of airspace has no specific symbol on the VFR Sectional Chart?

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What is the operating requirement for pilots in Class A airspace?

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What characterizes Class B airspace?

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What symbol is depicted for Class B airspace on aeronautical sectional charts?

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What is the maximum altitude of Class A airspace?

<p>FL 600 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of airspace regulation?

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What is required in most controlled airspace under new FAA rules?

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What is one requirement for operating within Class B airspace?

<p>A Mode-S transponder-based ADS-B transmitter is needed (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the lateral distance of the core surface area of Class C airspace?

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Which of the following is true regarding the shelf area of Class C airspace?

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What basic VFR weather minimums apply in Class C airspace?

<p>Keep at least 3 SM visibility, 1,000' above, 500' below, 2,000' horizontally from clouds (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement before entering Class D airspace?

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What is the vertical limit of Class C airspace core area?

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Which airspace requires a Mode-S transponder-based ADS-B transmitter within its limits?

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What is the visibility requirement when operating in Class B airspace?

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What is the altitude extent of the veil around Class B airspace?

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How far does the outer area of Class C airspace extend?

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What does a dot under a symbol representing a radio/TV tower indicate?

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How is the length of the longest runway represented on a chart?

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What does the 'L' symbol indicate on a chart regarding airport lighting?

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What kind of information is provided by ATIS?

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What does the abbreviation 'CT' indicate on a chart?

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Which frequency is used for advisory purposes when a control tower is closed?

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What is the purpose of the 'MEF' (Maximum Elevation Figure) on a chart?

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What does the number in brackets next to a radio/TV tower symbol indicate?

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What does the 'RP' symbol indicate on a chart?

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Flashcards

Visual Flight Rules (VFR)

Regulations for flying visually in good weather conditions.

Terminal Learning Objective (TLO)

Overall goal for what students should accomplish in a lesson.

Sectional Aeronautical Chart

Map providing information for VFR navigation.

E6B Computer

A flight navigation computer used for calculations.

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Course Plotting

Process of determining a flight path on a chart.

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VFR Flight Planning

Preparing for a flight under Visual Flight Rules.

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DoD Flight Information Publications (FLIP)

Official documents providing flight information for DoD users.

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Control Tower (CT)

The primary frequency used for communication at an airport when the control tower is operational.

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Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF)

Frequency for pilot communication when the control tower is closed, used to advise and coordinate traffic.

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ATIS Frequency 123.8

Automatic Terminal Information Service frequency providing weather and operational information.

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ASOS/AWOS 135.42

Automated Surface Weather Observing Systems providing real-time weather conditions.

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VFR Advisory

Advisory service for Visual Flight Rules when ATIS is unavailable; frequency different from primary CT.

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Elevation (MSL)

The mean sea level elevation of an airport, written as specified without zeroes.

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Airport of Entry

An airport with customs agents; notification required for agents to be available.

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Obstruction Symbols

Symbols indicating geographical locations of obstacles like radio towers with elevation data.

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Visual Waypoints

Designated geographical points used as references for navigation during flight.

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Class B Airspace

Controlled airspace around busy airports requiring strict operating rules.

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Class B Requirements

Must establish two-way radio, have ATC clearance, and use ADS-B.

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Class B Visibility

Maintain 3 SM visibility and stay clear of clouds in Class B.

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Class B Veil Dimensions

Extends 30 NM from airport center, surface to 10,000 ft MSL.

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Class C Airspace

Regulatory airspace around airports with ATC providing radar services.

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Class C Core Area

Extends from the airport to 5 NM and up to 4,000 ft AGL.

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Class C Shelf Area

Extends from 5 NM to 10 NM and from 1,200 ft to 4,000 ft AGL.

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Class D Airspace

Controlled airspace around airports with an operating control tower.

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Class C Communications

Two-way radio communication must be established before entering Class C.

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Basic VFR Weather Minimums

3 SM visibility, and cloud separation standards in controlled airspace.

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Two-way Communication

Required to enter and operate in Class D Airspace, ensuring pilots can communicate with ATC.

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Surface-Based Class E

Class E airspace at an airport without a control tower or when the control tower is shut down, depicted by a magenta segmented line.

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Class E Aloft Areas

Controlled airspace starting at 700 ft or 1,200 ft AGL, depicted by magenta or blue vignettes.

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Special Conservation Area

An area designated for the protection of wildlife and ecosystems.

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Altitude Minimum

The minimum altitude for flying over Special Conservation Areas, set at 2000 feet AGL.

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Landing Restrictions

Landing in Special Conservation Areas is prohibited except for emergencies or designated areas.

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Controlled Airspace

Airspace of defined dimensions where ATC services are provided to IFR/VFR flights.

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Special Use Airspace

Airspace designated for specific purposes like military training or other activities.

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Uncontrolled Airspace

Class G airspace where ATC is not required to provide services.

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Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR)

An airspace restriction established for a temporary period due to events or emergencies.

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Airspace Classes

Categories of airspace (A-E) that dictate operational rules and requirements.

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Study Notes

Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Navigation

  • Terminal Learning Objective (TLO): At the completion of this lesson, the student will plan a Visual Flight Rules (VFR) flight.
  • Action Items: Plan a VFR flight.
  • Conditions: Current charts of a local area, ruler, VFR plotter, E6B computer, E6B Computer training aid, Class Airspace training aid, DoD Flight Information, Publications (FLIP), General Planning (GP), Area Planning (AP/1), TC 3-04.5, Instrument Flight for Army Aviators, AR 95-1, Flight Regulations, 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 91, AP-1, Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), and Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Navigation Student Handout.
  • Standards: Identify chart information, VFR rules, plot a course, calculate course variables, use navigation computer, and plan a VFR cross-country flight.

Margin Data Information

  • Chart Name: Identify chart details.
  • Scale: 1:500,000
  • North/South: Data and orientation arrows.
  • Edition number and date: Effective date and expiration date.
  • Spot Elevation: Elevation information.
  • Color cube: Local elevation limits (North, A-Panel 2).

Latitude and Longitude

  • Vertical lines: Meridians of longitude; run North to South
  • Zero-degree line: Greenwich, England.
  • West (W) Lines: Left of zero line to the 180-degree line.
  • East (E) Lines: Right of zero-degree line.
  • Latitude lines: Parallels of latitude; run East to West

Airport Symbols and Colors

  • Blue: Indicates a control tower at an airport.
  • Magenta: Indicates no airport control tower.

Obstructions

  • Radio/TV Towers: Dotted symbol for location, height above ground (AGL) indicated.
  • Number in brackets: Height above ground (AGL).
  • UC indicates under construction: Tower construction may be completed at the time of chart publication.

Miscellaneous

  • Ultralight/Hang glider/Glider activities: Areas, Isogonic lines indicate magnetic value, correction is either E (East) or W (West).
  • Visual Waypoints: Key locations for navigation.
  • Military Training Routes: Special military activity.
  • Margin Data Information: Maximum Elevation Figure (MEF) with large/small blue numbers (bold print).

Airspace Regulations

  • Regulatory airspace: Classes A-E airspace, restricted, and prohibited areas.
  • Non-regulatory airspace: Military Operations Areas (MOAs), warning areas, alert areas, and controlled firing areas.
  • Types of Airspace: Controlled Airspace (Classes A - E), Uncontrolled Airspace (Class G), Special Use Airspace, Other Airspace.

Class A Airspace

  • Lateral and vertical dimensions: 18,000' MSL to FL 600.
  • Operating requirements: IFR unless authorized, 2-way radio communication, and Mode-S transponder based ADS-B.

Class B Airspace

  • Lateral and vertical dimensions: Surface areas to specified altitude
  • Operating requirements: Two-way radio communication, ATC clearance and Mode-S transponder.

Class C Airspace

  • Lateral and vertical dimensions: 5NM from airport center to 10NM
  • Operating requirements: Must have two-way radio communication with tower and Mode-S transponder based ADS-B.

Class D Airspace

  • Lateral and vertical dimensions: Specific to airports with control towers.
  • Operating requirements: Two-way radio communication, ATC, clearances and Basic VFR weather minima.

Class E Airspace

  • Lateral and vertical dimensions: Surface based or aloft.
  • Operating requirements: Two-way radio communication when appropriate.

Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Navigation - Additional Details

  • Charts: Appropriate charts/publications including 1:500,000 scales.
  • Equipment
  • Procedures: Procedures and preparation, AR 95-1, information, weather data, references, research, NOTAMs, mission brief, preparing a chart.
  • Forms: Complete DD Form 1801 for military, and FAA 7233-4.

Airspeeds

  • IAS: Indicated Airspeed (from the instrument).
  • CAS: Calibrated Airspeed (IAS corrected for instrument error).
  • TAS: True Airspeed (CAS corrected for air density).
  • GS: Ground Speed (aircraft speed over ground, affected by wind).

Other Calculations and Data

  • True Course (TC): Measured from true north.
  • Drift Correction (DC): Correction to prevent drifting off course..
  • True Heading (TH): Sum of TC and DC.
  • Track (TR): Actual flight path.
  • Drift Angle (DA): Difference between TH and TR.
  • Magnetic Variation (VAR): Difference between true north (TN) and magnetic north (MN).
  • Magnetic Heading (MH): Measured from magnetic north.

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