Military Training Routes Overview

What does an A++ symbol indicate?

How often is the AP/1B revised?

The FAA has issued a waiver to DoD aircraft to fly how fast on IR/VR MTRs?

What does an MTR with three number segments mean?

What does an MTR with four number segments mean?

Where are IR/VR MTRs charted?

Where are IR routes above 1500 feet AGL charted?

What is the minimum notice required to activate an MTR?

Can you fly an MTR that has not been properly planned/deconflicted?

Can you fly a VR route on an IFR flight plan?

Are course reversals authorized for MTRs?

By what margins should you avoid flight next to airfields?

Does filing an MTR give permission to enter a restricted area along that MTR's route of flight?

Can you exit an MTR before receiving ATC clearance?

What are LOWAT maneuvers limited to?

Can IR routes be flown in IMC?

What's the weather requirement for VR routes?

Military Training Routes (MTR) Overview

A++ symbol indicates that during daylight savings, hours are one hour earlier than shown.
AP/1B is revised every 56 days to ensure updated protocols and regulations.

Flight Regulations

DoD aircraft authorized to fly above 250 knots below 10,000 feet MSL on IR/VR MTRs due to FAA waiver.
MTR with three number segments (e.g., IR-XXX) signifies one or more flight segments above 1500 feet AGL.
MTR with four number segments (e.g., IR-XXXX) indicates all flight segments are below 1500 feet AGL.

Charting and Notices

IR/VR MTRs are displayed on VFR sectionals, VFR terminal area charts, and area planning AP/1B.
IR routes above 1500 feet AGL are charted on enroute low and area charts.
A minimum of 2 hours notice is required for MTR activation.

Flight Conduct and Authorizations

Flight is prohibited on an MTR that is not properly planned and deconflicted.
Flying a VR route on an IFR flight plan is permitted.
Course reversals while on MTRs are not authorized.

Flight Proximity and Safety

Maintain a minimum distance of 1500 feet AGL and 3 NM from airfields when flying.
Filing an MTR does not give entry permission into restricted areas along the route; contact controlling agency instead.
Exiting an MTR requires clearance from ATC prior to departure.

LOWAT Maneuvers and Conditions

LOWAT maneuvers are limited to 90-degree turns and must cease once visual or radio contact is established.
Pilots must maintain 1500 feet from clouds and 3 miles visibility during LOWAT maneuvers, which are restricted to aircraft with advanced airborne radar systems.

Weather Requirements

IR routes can be flown in IMC (Instrument Meteorological Conditions).
VR route weather requirements mandate 3000 feet altitude and 5 miles visibility.

This quiz covers the essential aspects of Military Training Routes (MTR), including flight regulations, charting practices, and conduct requirements. It also provides an understanding of MTR segments and necessary authorizations for safe operations.