Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM


Top Flashcards (Certified)
All Flashcards

Private Pilot > Airspace > Flashcards

Airspace Flashcards

(70 cards)

Start Studying
1
Q

Types of Airspace

A
  1. Controlled
  2. Uncontrolled
  3. Special Use
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

Six Classes of Airspace

A
  1. Class A
  2. Class B
  3. Class C
  4. Class D
  5. Class E
  6. Class G
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

What is Class A airspace?

A

Controlled airspace with IFR clearance required. Commercial jets use these altitudes: 18,000’ MSL to FL600 (60,000’)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

What is Class B airspace?

A

Busy airspace surrounding major airports. Controlled by a tower and requires clearance from ATC to enter and operate within. Starts at the surface and goes up to 10,000’ AGL

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

What is Class C airspace?

A

Class C airspace is controlled airspace where communication with ATC is required to enter.

Example: 131,000’ as Class C.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

What is Class E airspace?

A

Class E airspace is controlled airspace that is less restrictive than Class A, B, C, and D airspace.

Example: Starts at 1,200 feet AGL.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

What is Class G airspace?

A

Class G airspace is ‘government free’ airspace, except for Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace.

Example: Least restrictive airspace.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

What are the requirements to enter Class B airspace?

A

Pilots must have a PPL (Private Pilot License) and be cleared by ATC to enter Class B airspace.

Example: Must not go under VFR minimums.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

What are the VFR minimums for Class B airspace?

A

VFR minimums require visibility of 3 miles and being clear of clouds.

Example: 3 miles visibility, clear of clouds.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

What equipment is required to enter Class B airspace?

A

Two-way radio communication and a transponder with altitude reporting capability are required.

Example: Must have a functioning transponder.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

What is required for Class B airspace entry?

A

A transponder is required 30 nm from the airport.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

What is Class C airspace associated with?

A

Class C airspace is associated with busy airports.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

What must be established before entering Class C airspace?

A

Two-way radio communication must be established.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

What must you receive to enter Class C airspace?

A

You need to be ‘Cleared’ to enter.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

When should you contact ATC?

A

Contact ATC 20 nm out of the airfield.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

Who is the ATC contact for Tulsa?

A

Tulsa Approach.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q

What information should you provide to ATC?

A

Your call sign, location, and request.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
18
Q

What is an example of a location and altitude report?

A

20 nm NW at 3,500 ft with transponder on.

Example sentence: ‘20 nm NW at 3,500 w/T.’

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
19
Q

What is the request example for landing?

A

Request straight in for runway Tulsa.

Example sentence: ‘What I want request straight in runway Tulsa.’

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
20
Q

What indicates that two-way communication is established?

A

ATC reads back your call sign.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
21
Q

What are the weather minimums for Class C airspace?

A

You must meet visual flight rules (VFR) weather minimums.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
22
Q

What are the vertical minimums for Class C airspace?

A

Above 300 feet, 2152-2000 visibility, 1,000 feet.

This indicates the required visibility and altitude for operations in Class C airspace.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
23
Q

What equipment is required to fly in Class C airspace?

A

A transponder with altitude reporting (Mode 3A) and ADS-B Out.

Check FAR 91.225 for specific requirements.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
24
Q

What does the blue segmented circle on a sectional chart indicate?

A

It indicates Class D airspace around smaller towered airports.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
25
What communication requirements exist in Class D airspace?
Two-way communication must be established and maintained.
26
What are the vertical minimums for Class D airspace?
0 feet for non-controlled, 500 feet and 1,000 feet apart from clouds. ## Footnote This is similar to Class C airspace requirements.
27
What regulation governs Class D airspace?
FAR 91.130.
28
What is Class E airspace?
Class E airspace is not centered around a specific area. ## Footnote It can start at 1,200 feet MSL.
29
What indicates the start of Class E airspace?
Class E airspace starts with shaded magenta circles at 100, and segmented magenta lines at 1,200 feet MSL. ## Footnote The inner layer starts at the surface.
30
What is the purpose of Class E airspace?
Class E airspace is designed to protect IFR operations. ## Footnote It is marked by specific markings indicating Class E.
31
What is the altitude for Class E airspace above Class A?
Class E airspace starts at 1,600 feet above Class A airspace. ## Footnote Class E can become Class E when an airport closes.
32
What is the speed limit below 10,000 feet MSL in Class E airspace?
The speed limit below 10,000 feet MSL is 250 knots. ## Footnote Above this altitude, aircraft are subject to different regulations.
33
What are the weather minimums for Class E airspace?
Weather minimums in Class E airspace require better conditions to fly at night. ## Footnote Specific visibility requirements apply.
34
What is Class Co Airspace?
Class Co Airspace is designated as 'Government Free' airspace where ATC has no responsibility to control air traffic.
35
What are the vertical limits of Class Co Airspace?
Class Co Airspace extends from the surface to 1,199 feet AGL.
36
What is typically not conducted in Class Co Airspace?
AFR (Airspace Flight Rules) operations are typically not conducted here.
37
What is the altitude for Class E airspace with a hazy plume?
Class E airspace with a hazy plume starts at 14,500 feet MSL.
38
What is the bottom of Class E airspace?
The bottom of Class E airspace is at 1,200 feet AGL.
39
What are the VFR minimums for Class Co Airspace?
VFR minimums are 1,200 AGL or less; during the day, visibility must be 15 miles and clear of clouds; at night, visibility must be 3 statute miles.
40
What are the VFR minimums for Class O airspace at 10,000 feet MSL or higher?
In Class O airspace at 10,000 feet MSL or higher during the day, visibility must be 3 statute miles and cloud clearance is 1,000 feet above, 1,000 feet below, and 1 statute mile horizontally.
41
What are Prohibited Areas?
Areas aircraft cannot enter for security or national welfare. ## Footnote Labeled with 'P-H#' and outlined in blue.
42
What are Restricted Areas?
Areas not prohibited for aircraft but can be hazardous due to activities taking place within. ## Footnote Labeled with a # and outlined in blue, says 'restricted' on sectional charts.
43
What are Warning Areas?
Hazardous to aircraft, but the U.S. does not have jurisdiction in these areas. ## Footnote Outlined in red, extending 3 NM from the coastline into international waters.
44
What should you check before flying into Special Use Airspace?
Check the sectional chart for magenta hashed areas and NOTAMs for activity status. ## Footnote It is not recommended to fly in these areas.
45
What is a good rule when flying into uncontrolled firing areas?
Avoid or contact the controlling agency. ## Footnote These areas may contain activities that are hazardous to aircraft.
46
What is Special Use Airspace?
Special Use Airspace is designated airspace for specific activities that require restrictions on aircraft operations.
47
How can one find information about Special Use Airspace?
Information about Special Use Airspace can be found through the controlling agency.
48
What does 'nitRo spreadse air space block' refer to?
It appears to be a typographical error; the intended meaning is unclear.
49
What is the role of the controlling agency?
The controlling agency is responsible for authorizing the use of Special Use Airspace.
50
What is the purpose of weather advisory services?
Weather advisory services provide important weather information to pilots.
51
Where can pilots obtain weather advisory services in Alaska?
Pilots can obtain weather advisory services from a flight service in Alaska.
52
What are military training routes?
Military training routes are designated paths for military aircraft to conduct training maneuvers.
53
What do the grey lines labelled W/ IR /VR H indicate?
These grey lines indicate specific military training routes.
54
What is Special Use Airspace?
Special Use Airspace is designated airspace for specific activities that require restrictions on aircraft operations.
55
How can one find information about Special Use Airspace?
Information about Special Use Airspace can be found through the controlling agency.
56
What does 'nitRo spreadse air space block' refer to?
It appears to be a typographical error; the intended meaning is unclear.
57
What is the role of the controlling agency?
The controlling agency is responsible for authorizing the use of Special Use Airspace.
58
What is the purpose of weather advisory services?
Weather advisory services provide important weather information to pilots.
59
Where can pilots obtain weather advisory services in Alaska?
Pilots can obtain weather advisory services from a flight service in Alaska.
60
What are military training routes?
Military training routes are designated paths for military aircraft to conduct training maneuvers.
61
What do the grey lines labelled W/ IR /VR H indicate?
These grey lines indicate specific military training routes.
62
What are VFR Flyways?
Recommended flight paths used by VFR traffic to avoid major controlled traffic flows.
63
How to identify a VFR Flyway
Blue arrow markings on the back of class B airspace terminal area charts.
64
What are VFR Corridors?
A designated VFR routes that extends through class B airspace allowing VFR traffic to operate without ATC clearance and communication
65
What should you do before using a VFR corridor?
Make sure to read the rules on the VFR corridor. They can be confusing and congested making flying here dangerous.
66
How to identify a class B VFR transition route?
Double headed Magenta arrows spotted overtop class B airspace.
67
What are Class B VFR transition routes?
These flight paths are the preferred route ATC/tower wants you to take when transitioning a Class B airspace. You must be cleared to enter, even when transitioning.
68
What is a Terminal Radar Service Area?
The grey ring which surrounds some Class D/B airspace, calling to enter is recommended but not required. Calling can be beneficial since these areas get busy with traffic.
69
What should you do before flying into National Security Areas?
Check the NOTAMs before flight.
70
How are National Security Areas identified?
By a thick dashed magenta line. Pilots are requested to avoid these areas.

Private Pilot (11 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2025 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions