Airspace Overview - Controlled and Uncontrolled Airspace

Question 1

Class E airspace is considered which category of airspace?

Answer 1

Regulatory.

Question 2

In controlled airspace, ATC may control traffic. Which of the following is true about controlled airspace?

Answer 2

Traffic advisories will be provided to all aircraft as the controller’s workload permits.

Question 3

VFR Operations in Class A airspace are:

Answer 3

Not permitted.

Question 4

When flying VFR, what must you hear from ATC in order to enter Class B airspace?

Answer 4

Your call sign followed by “cleared into the Class B airspace” or equivalent.

Question 5

A tunnel through which pilots may transition through Class B airspace without actually being in its airspace is a(n):

Answer 5

VFR Corridor.

Question 6

Which of the following pilots is flying correctly in Class B airspace?

Answer 6

A student pilot with special endorsements who has received specific training for and in this particular Class B.

Question 7

What is the airspace within 30 nautical miles of designated airport, from the surface upward to 10,000 feet MSL, in which operating aircraft must have an operating Mode C transponder?

Answer 7

Mode C Veil.

Question 8

Although each Class C airspace is tailored to its primary airport, Class C airspaces most commonly consist of:

Answer 8

An inner circle with a 5NM radius up to 4,000 feet above the airport elevation, with a larger shelf area.

Question 9

True or false? Parachute jumps are prohibited in Class C airspace.

Answer 9

True, unless prior authorization from ATC is received.

Question 10

If the control tower of a Class D airspace closes, but federally commissioned weather reporting is still available (such as ASOS or certified weather observer), what happens to that airspace?

Answer 10

It reverts to surface-based Class E airspace.

Question 11

What equipment is required to operate in Class D airspace?

Answer 11

A two-way radio.

Question 12

Class D airspace that does not meet the requirements for Class C airspace, but is busy enough to warrant radar approach and departure services may utilize a:

Answer 12

Terminal Radar Service Area.

Question 13

Which of the following would be considered Class E airspace?

Answer 13

All of the answers are correct.

Question 14

What is the appropriate minimum visibility for VFR operations in Class E airspace at 12,000 feet MSL?

Answer 14

5 statute miles.

Question 15

True or false? You cannot conduct VFR flights in Class G airspace:

Answer 15

False. VFR flights may be conducted provided minimum flight visibility and weather guidelines are followed.

Question 16

Identify the airspace bolded on the Sectional Chart:

Answer 16

Class D.

Question 17

Identify the airspace bolded on the Sectional Chart:

Answer 17

Surface-based Class E, beginning at 700’ during certain effective hours.

Question 18

Identify the airspace bolded on the Sectional Chart:

Answer 18

TRSA.

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of Special Use Airspace?

Answer 19

Military Operations Areas.

Question 20

Aside from being depicted on Aeronautical Charts, where can you find a list of Prohibited Areas?

Answer 20

All answers are correct.

Question 21

Why might an area be designated as Restricted?

Answer 21

It may contain invisible hazards such as artillery firing or guided missiles.

Question 22

What makes a Warning area different from a Restricted area?

Answer 22

Warning areas are located over water.

Question 23

From whom must you first obtain permission before entering an Alert area?

Answer 23

No permission is required, but it is wise to avoid them.

Question 24

Which of the following is true about Military Operations Areas (MOAs)?

Answer 24

Military pilots in an active MOA are exempt from prohibitions against aerobatic flight.

Question 25

True or false? Controlled firing areas are designated as CFA on Aeronautical Charts.

Answer 25

False. There is no designation, as operations will cease when an aircraft approaches.

Question 26

National Security Areas (NSAs) consist of airspace of defined dimensions at locations where there is a requirement for:

Answer 26

Increased security and the safety of ground facilities.

Question 27

Which of the following statements about the DC Special Flight Rules Area (SFRA) and DC VOR/DME is correct?

Answer 27

All of the answers are correct.

Question 28

Identify the airspace bolded on the Sectional Chart.

Answer 28

Restricted.

Question 29

Identify the airspace bolded on the Sectional Chart.

Answer 29

Alert

Question 30

Identify the airspace bolded on the Sectional Chart.

Answer 30

Special Flight Rules Area (SFRA).

Question 31

At locations where a control tower is not operating, but where a FSS is located on the airport, what does the FSS provide?

Answer 31

A complete local airport advisory service to arriving and departing aircraft.

Question 32

Pilots flying over National Parks, Wildlife Refuges, and certain Monuments are requested to:

Answer 32

Fly no lower than 2,000 feet AGL.

Question 33

What does a Military Training Route typically designate?

Answer 33

Low altitude, high speed military training flights.

Question 34

What are the restrictions on flight in Parachute Jump Areas?

Answer 34

None, but it is wise to avoid them while jumping is in progress.

Question 35

If laser light activity is reported, how will it be disseminated to pilots?

Answer 35

FDC NOTAM.

Question 36

For flight through an ADIZ, 14 CFR Part 99 does not apply in which of the following examples?

Answer 36

Operating at true airspeed of less than 180 knots in the Hawaii ADIZ.

Question 37

Identify the airspace bolded on the Sectional Chart.

Answer 37

Special Conservation Area.

Question 38

Identify the airspace area bolded on the Sectional Chart.

Answer 38

Parachute Jump Area.