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National Airspace System. CFI Student : David Chang. Airspace System. General Definition. There are four types of airspace…(AIM 3) Controlled airspace. Class A, B, C, D, E airspace. Uncontrolled airspace. Class G airspace. Special use airspace.
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National Airspace System CFI Student : David Chang
General Definition • There are four types of airspace…(AIM 3) • Controlled airspace. • Class A, B, C, D, E airspace. • Uncontrolled airspace. • Class G airspace. • Special use airspace. • Prohibited, restricted, warning, military operations, alert and controlled firing areas. • Other airspace. • Airport advisory area, military training routes, temporary flight restrictions, national security areas, terminal radar service area.
VFR Cruising Altitude • VFR : FAR 91.159
Special VFR • FAR 91.155, 91.157 • When to use it ? • When operating within class B, C, D, or E airspace, ground visibility is less than 3 s.m. and ceiling is less than 1000ft AGL. • What’s the limit ? • At least 1 s.m. ground visibility and remain clear of clouds. • How to use it? • Get clearance from ATC. • No special VFR in night time for private pilot. Unless the pilot is current instrument rating and the airplane is properly equipped.
Special Use Airspace • Prohibited Areas
Other Airspace • National security area