Class E Airspace Flashcards

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What is Class E airspace?

Everywhere where another airspace is not.

How can we identify distinct Class E airspaces in sectional charts?

From 1,200 FT AGL: blue vignette

From 700 FT AGL: magenta vignette

From the surface: dashed magenta

All of the above (correct)

What does the acronym 'SET FOOD' stand for?

Surface airport areas, Extensions, Transition airspace, Federal airways, Off-shore airspace, Other (below & above A), Domestic enroute areas.

What is a Surface area designated for an airport?

It's a dashed-magenta area surrounding an airport configured to protect instrument approach procedures for that airport. Signup and view all the answers

How do you recognize Surface airport areas in a sectional chart?

With a dashed magenta line. Signup and view all the answers

What is an Extension to a Surface area?

An extra rectangular area serving a Class B, C, or D to allow approach procedures into that airport. Signup and view all the answers

What is Transition airspace?

These are areas used to transition traffic to and from terminal areas and enroute environments. Signup and view all the answers

How do you recognize Transition airspace with a floor of 700 FT AGL in a sectional chart?

With a magenta vignette. Signup and view all the answers

Why might you see a dashed circle inside a bigger magenta vignette circle on a sectional chart?

It's a surface area underneath transition airspace. Signup and view all the answers

How do you recognize Transition airspace with a floor of 1,200 FT AGL in a sectional chart?

With a blue vignette. Signup and view all the answers

What are Federal airways?

"Highways in the sky" that are 8 NM wide and range between 1,200 FT AGL and 18,000 FT MSL. Signup and view all the answers

How do you recognize Federal airways in sectional charts?

Blue lines normally. Signup and view all the answers

What is an Off-shore airspace area?

This is airspace to allow ATC to separate IFR flights beyond 12 NM from the coast. Signup and view all the answers

How do you recognize Off-shore airspace area in sectional charts?

With 'zipper' like borders showing the floor (starting at 1,300 FT MSL in this picture). Signup and view all the answers

What are Other airspace areas?

This is airspace ranging 14,500 FT to 18,000 FT MSL. Signup and view all the answers

What are Domestic enroute areas?

These are areas located outside of any federal airway to allow for ATC to separate traffic. Signup and view all the answers

What are the requirements to fly in a Class E airspace?

None! Signup and view all the answers

What are the VFR minimums at or above 10,000 FT?

Visibility ≥ 5 miles. Signup and view all the answers

What are the VFR minimums below 10,000 FT?

Visibility ≥ 3 miles. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Class E Airspace Overview

Class E airspace, also known as "Echo," is controlled airspace not classified as A, B, C, or D, prevalent in the 48 contiguous states and Alaska.
Identified primarily as the airspace "everywhere else."

Identification on Sectional Charts

Floors of Class E airspace indicated by specific visual cues:
- 1,200 FT AGL: Blue vignette
- 700 FT AGL: Magenta vignette
- Surface: Dashed magenta line

Breakdown of Class E Airspace

Class E airspace is categorized into distinct sections represented by the acronym "SET FOOD":
- S: Surface airport areas
- E: Extensions
- T: Transition airspace
- F: Federal airways
- O: Off-shore airspace
- O: Other (below & above A)
- D: Domestic enroute areas

Specific Class E Sections

Surface Airport Areas: These are indicated by a dashed magenta area to protect instrument approach procedures.
Extensions: Rectangular dashed magenta areas that facilitate approach procedures for Class B, C, or D airports.
Transition Airspace: Areas facilitating traffic movement between terminal areas and enroute environments; identified by:
- 700 FT AGL: Magenta vignette
- 1,200 FT AGL: Blue vignette
Federal Airways: "Highways in the sky," 8 NM wide, spanning from 1,200 FT AGL to 18,000 FT MSL, depicted by blue lines on charts.
Off-shore Airspace: Designated to manage IFR separation beyond 12 NM from the coast, shown with "zipper" borders starting at 1,300 FT MSL.
Other Airspace Areas: Extends from 14,500 FT to 18,000 FT MSL, with Class E continuing above Class A airspace up to FL 600 and beyond.
Domestic Enroute Areas: Positioned outside or between federal airways to assist with air traffic control separation.

Flight Requirements and VFR Minimums

Class E Airspace Flight Requirements: No specific requirements to operate within.
VFR Minimums at or above 10,000 FT: Visibility must be at least 5 miles.
VFR Minimums below 10,000 FT: Visibility must be at least 3 miles.

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Test your knowledge about Class E airspace with these flashcards. Learn how to identify distinct Class E airspaces in sectional charts and understand their definitions. Ideal for aviation students and enthusiasts alike.