Unit 3 - National Airspace System Flashcards

Questions and Answers

The floor of Class B airspace at Dallas Executive (RBD) is:

3,000 feet MSL (correct)

3,100 feet MSL

At the surface

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

At the surface

3,000 ft MSL

4,000 ft MSL (correct)

The outer rings of Class C airspace are typically a:

20 NM radius from the airport

5 NM radius from the airport

10 NM radius from the airport (correct)

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

4,000 feet MSL Signup and view all the answers

According to 14 CFR part 107, the remote pilot in command (PIC) of a small unmanned aircraft planning to operate within Class C airspace:

Is required to receive ATC authorization Signup and view all the answers

According to 14 CFR Part 107, how may a Remote Pilot in Command (Remote PIC) operate an unmanned aircraft in Class C airspace?

The remote pilot must have prior authorization from the Air Traffic Control (ATC) facility having jurisdiction over that airspace. Signup and view all the answers

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

1,300 feet MSL Signup and view all the answers

What does the symbol indicate in the airspace surrounding Naval Air Station Kingsville (NQI)?

Class D airspace with 2,500 ft ceiling Signup and view all the answers

The airspace directly overlying Addison airport (ADS) is:

Class D below 3,000 feet. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the airspace at a Class D airport when the control tower closes?

Class D changes to Class E or some combination of Class E and Class G during the hours the tower is not in operation. Signup and view all the answers

A blue segmented circle on a sectional chart depicts which class airspace?

Class D Signup and view all the answers

You've been asked to fly your UA to inspect a bridge being built in the southernmost part of Gila Bend. What do you need?

You need permission from the FAA to operate here. Signup and view all the answers

When a control tower, located on an airport within Class D airspace, ceases operation for the day, what happens to the airspace designation?

The airspace reverts to Class E or a combination of Class E and G airspace during the hours the tower is not in operation. Signup and view all the answers

When an aircraft lands at Alice Intl (ALI), what airspace class is it in?

Class G Signup and view all the answers

The airspace overlying and surrounding a 5 mile radius from Barnes County Airport (BAC) is:

Class G airspace from the surface to 700 feet AGL. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Class B Airspace

The floor at Dallas Executive (RBD) is set at 3,000 feet MSL.
The floor at Fort Worth Alliance (AFW) airport is set at 4,000 feet MSL.

Class C Airspace

Typically, the outer rings have a radius of 10 NM from the airport.
The vertical limit directly over the airport is generally 4,000 feet MSL.
Remote pilots must obtain ATC authorization to operate within Class C airspace.

Savannah Class C Airspace

The floor at the shelf area of Savannah Class C airspace is 1,300 feet MSL.

Class D Airspace

A blue segmented circle on a sectional chart indicates Class D airspace.
Overlying Addison Airport (ADS), the airspace is Class D below 3,000 feet.
When the control tower closes, Class D airspace changes to Class E or a combination with Class G.

Control Tower Operations

Upon the closure of a Class D airport control tower, the airspace designation typically changes to Class E or a mix of Class E and G.
Airspace remains Class D with a weather observer or automated weather system in operation.

Other Airspace Classes

Alice International (ALI) airport is classified as Class G airspace upon landing.
The airspace surrounding Barnes County Airport (BAC) is classified as Class G from the surface to 700 feet AGL.

Regulatory Notes

FAA permission is required to operate at specific locations, such as areas with construction (e.g., inspecting bridges).

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Test your knowledge on the National Airspace System with these flashcards. This quiz focuses on Class B airspace dimensions at various airports, including Dallas Executive and Ft. Worth Alliance. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and pilots preparing for their exams!