Airspace Flashcards
1
Q
What is an Airspace
A
- portion of the atmosphere that is above a particular area
defined by the boundaries of an area on the surface projected upward
2
Q
Types of Airspace
A
- Uncontrolled Airspace
- Controlled Airspace
3
Q
Air Traffic Control (ATS)
A
- controls the movement of the aircraft on and around an airport
- With executive authority
- Requires clearances
4
Q
4 major roles of air traffic control
A
- Traffic Information and Separation
- Flight Plan Processing
- Weather Information
- Emergency Assistance
5
Q
Air traffic Control Team
Aerodrome Control (ADC)
A
- TOWER
- control aircraft on the ground/air.
- air traffic zone ( ATZ )
6
Q
Air traffic Control Team
Approach Control (APP)
A
- control all instrument flights in the Terminal Maneuvering Area (TMA)
- control zone (CZ / CTR)
7
Q
Air traffic Control Team
Area Control Center (ACC)
A
- Controls flights in the floor of a class A airspace to unlimited
8
Q
Air Traffic Advisory (ATS)
A
- Without executive authority
- Information/Monitoring Services