Airspace Flashcards

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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

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2
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Types of Airspace

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  • Uncontrolled Airspace
  • Controlled Airspace
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3
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Air Traffic Control (ATS)

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  • controls the movement of the aircraft on and around an airport
  • With executive authority
  • Requires clearances
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4
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4 major roles of air traffic control

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  • Traffic Information and Separation
  • Flight Plan Processing
  • Weather Information
  • Emergency Assistance
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5
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Air traffic Control Team
Aerodrome Control (ADC)

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  • TOWER
  • control aircraft on the ground/air.
  • air traffic zone ( ATZ )
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Air traffic Control Team
Approach Control (APP)

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  • control all instrument flights in the Terminal Maneuvering Area (TMA)
  • control zone (CZ / CTR)
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Air traffic Control Team
Area Control Center (ACC)

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  • Controls flights in the floor of a class A airspace to unlimited
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Air Traffic Advisory (ATS)

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  • Without executive authority
  • Information/Monitoring Services
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