TD 37

Question 1

The class G airspace (uncontrolled) VFR weather minimum for rotary wing aircraft to operate 1,200 ft or less above the surface are:

Answer 1

DAY: 1/2 SM – Clear of Clouds

NIGHT: 1 SM – Clear of Clouds

Question 2

The class G airspace (uncontrolled) VFR weather minimum for rotary wing aircraft to operate more than 1,200 ft but less than 10,000MSL are:

Answer 2

DAY: 1 SM – 500 ft below, 1000 above and 2000 horizontal

NIGHT: 3 SM – 500 ft below, 1000 above and 2000 horizontal

Question 3

The class E airspace weather minimums for rotary wing aircraft to operate less than 10,000 feet MSL are:

Answer 3

3 SM – 500 ft below, 1000 above and 2000 horizontal

Question 4

The Class C and D airspace weather minimums are:

Answer 4

3 SM – 500 ft below, 1000 above and 2000 horizontal

Question 5

The Class B airspace VFR weather minimums are:

Answer 5

3 SM – Clear of Clouds

Question 6

Communication requirements when operating in Class G airspace:

Answer 6

None, but prior two-way communication when associated with Temporary CT.

Question 7

Communication requirements in Class E airspace:

Answer 7

None, two-way communication under IFR or Temporary CT is present.

Question 8

When should a pilot establish radio communications with class D airspace?

Answer 8

Unless otherwise authorized, each person must establish two-way radio communications with the ATC facility providing ATS before entering the airspace and thereafter maintain communication while in airspace.