National Airspace System
| Objectives: |
To familiarize the student with the different types of airspaces within and around the United States and the procedures and requirements for operation within that airspace. |
| Content: |
- Controlled and Uncontrolled Airspace
- Class A, B, C, D, E, G
- Controlled or uncontrolled?
- Dimensions
- Weather Minimums
- Entry Requirements
- Equipment Requirements
- Pilot Certification Requirements
- Speed Limits
- Other Restrictions
- 4 Class B VFR routes:
- VFR flyways
- VFR corridors
- VFR transition routes
- Terminal area VFR routes
- Special VFR clearances
- Special Use Airspace
- Prohibited Areas
- Restricted Areas
- Warning Areas
- Military Operation Areas (MOA)
- Alert Areas
- Controlled Firing Areas
- Other Airspace Areas
- Airport Advisory Areas
- Military Training Routes (MTR, IR or VR)
- Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR)
- Parachute Jump Area
- Published VFR Routes
- Terminal Radar Service Areas (TRSA)
- National Security Areas
See AIM
See 14 CFR Parts 71, 73, 91
See AOPA Air Safety Advisor Regulations No.1 “Airspace for Everyone”
See Personal VFR Weather Minimums Triangle Diagram |
| Completion Standards: |
The lesson is complete when the instructor determines that the student has adequate knowledge of the national airspace system by giving an oral or written exam. |
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