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Class C Airspace Explained

Pilot Institute

Key Takeaways Airports that fall under Class C designation handle general aviation and airline traffic. Aircraft need to have a two-way radio, transponder with Mode C, and Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out equipment. Transponder with Mode C to report altitude. Happy flying!

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Class B Airspace Explained

Pilot Institute

VFR flyways, corridors, and transition routes help VFR traffic transit the crowded airspace. What is Class B Airspace? Class B (or Bravo) airspace surrounds the busiest airports in the country. The airspace funnels vast traffic volumes to and from major metro areas. Equipment Requirements A two-way radio.

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Pilot’s Guide to Airspace

Flight Training Central

Therefore, the FAA has implemented classes of airspace to reflect this activity. The level of control goes from zero in some areas to considerable control around congested, big city, airports that serve considerable airline traffic. The US Airspace System is divided into these categories.

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