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What is Class B airspace?

Airspace starting at the surface up to about 10,000 feet MSL surrounding the nation's busiest airports.

What are Class B airports otherwise known as?

Big city airports

How is Class B airspace configured?

Consists of an inner surface area and two or more outer layers set up like an upside-down wedding cake.

How do Class B airspace limits appear on a sectional map?

<p>Solid blue concentric circles around the airport.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 110/SFC mean?

<p>Class B airspace starts at the surface and goes up to 11,000 ft MSL.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the fraction 110/20 signify?

<p>Class B airspace over that section doesn't start until 2,000 ft MSL and goes up to 11,000 ft MSL.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the floor of the airspace in Figure 25, area 1?

<p>4000 ft MSL</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the floor of Class B airspace at Ft. Worth Alliance (AFW) airport?

<p>4000 ft MSL</p> Signup and view all the answers

Class _______ airspace is generally from the surface up to 4,000 feet above the airport.

<p>C</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'C' in Class C airspace stand for?

<p>Cities</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you fly in Class B airspace, what do you need to do?

<p>Request proper permission from the FAA to gain approval.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you fly in Class C airspace, what do you need to do?

<p>Request proper permission from the FAA to gain approval.</p> Signup and view all the answers

On a Sectional Chart, how are Class C airspace limits outlined?

<p>Solid magenta lines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the airspace surrounding Sacramento Intl Airport according to Figure 71?

<p>Class C Airspace</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the fraction associated with the innermost circle at Sacramento Intl Airport?

<p>41/SFC</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 41/SFC represent?

<p>The airspace starts at the surface and goes up to 4100 ft MSL.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Generally, how large is the inner circle of Class C airspace?

<p>Radius of 5 miles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Generally, how large is the outer circle of Class C airspace?

<p>Radius of 10 miles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required according to 14 CFR part 107 for a remote pilot in command when operating within Class C airspace?

<p>Required to receive ATC authorization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the floor of the Savannah Class C airspace at the shelf area (outer circle) according to Figure 23?

<p>1,300 feet MSL.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is normally the vertical limit of Class C airspace directly overlying the airport?

<p>4000 ft MSL.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Class D airspace is generally from the surface up to __________ feet above the airport.

<p>2500</p> Signup and view all the answers

Small city airports with control towers are usually designated as Class ___________ airspace.

<p>D</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you're planning to fly in Class D controlled airspace, what do you need to do?

<p>Request proper permission from the FAA to gain approval.</p> Signup and view all the answers

On a Sectional Chart, Class D airspace limits are outlined in _____________

<p>Dashed blue lines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does Class D airspace start?

<p>At the surface.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a Class D marking indicate on a sectional chart?

<p>Class D airspace starting at the surface, with a ceiling of 2,000 ft MSL.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does [-20] mean on a sectional chart?

<p>Class D airspace starting at the surface up to (but not including) 2,000 ft MSL.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a Class D airport is not in operation hours, what rules apply?

<p>Class E surface area rules or a combination of Class E rules to 700 feet above ground level and Class G rules to the surface.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the marking surrounding Naval Air Station Kingsville (NQI) indicate?

<p>Class D airspace with a 2,500 ft ceiling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the airspace is not Class A, B, C, or D, and is controlled airspace, then it is Class _...

<p>E</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Class B Airspace

  • Starts at surface up to about 10,000 ft MSL.
  • Surrounds the nation's busiest airports, often referred to as "big city" airports.
  • Configuration resembles an upside-down wedding cake with tailored inner and outer layers.
  • Shown on sectional maps as solid blue concentric circles.
  • Example of limits: 110/SFC means it spans from the surface to 11,000 ft MSL; 110/20 indicates it starts at 2,000 ft MSL up to 11,000 ft MSL.
  • Compliance with FAA permission is mandatory for entry.

Class C Airspace

  • Extends from the surface up to 4,000 ft above the airport.
  • Illustrated by solid magenta lines on sectional charts.
  • Typically encompasses inner and outer circles: the inner circle has a 5-mile radius, and the outer circle has a 10-mile radius.
  • Example: Indianapolis Intl Airport classified as Class C Airspace has airspace starting at surface leading up to 4100 ft MSL (41/SFC).
  • Remote pilots in command must obtain ATC authorization to operate in Class C airspace.

Class D Airspace

  • Encompasses airspace from the surface up to 2,500 ft above surrounding airports with operational control towers.
  • Outlined in dashed blue lines on sectional charts.
  • Begins at the surface and varies in vertical limits depending on local regulations.
  • Example of sectional chart notation: [-20] indicates Class D airspace extends from the surface up to but not including 2,000 ft MSL.
  • Specific rules apply when the tower is not operational; Class E and Class G rules come into effect.

General Notes

  • Understanding airspace classifications is crucial for compliance and safe navigation.
  • Each airspace class comes with specific entry requirements and operational limitations, necessitating awareness of regulations and permissions.

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Test your knowledge of Class B Airspace with these flashcards. Learn about its definition, configuration, and its significance in relation to major airports in the United States. Challenge yourself and enhance your understanding of airspace classifications.

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