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Class B Airspace—A Pilot’s Guide

Flight Training Central

Class B Basics Class B Airspace Dimensions Minimum Pilot Certification for Class B Airspace Minimum Equipment for Class B Airspace Class B Speed Limitations Getting Around and Through Class B Airspace Class B Basics Yes, it is true that Class B airspace surrounds some of the busiest airports.

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Class B Airspace Explained

Pilot Institute

Pilots must meet equipment and certification requirements and have ATC clearance to enter. 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.

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VFR Flight Following Explained

Pilot Institute

You can learn more about airspace requirements here. If you recall your airspace classes, Class E airspace is controlled. You’ve probably flown many times in Class E airspace without talking to anyone, but ATC controls it. Be the Pilot in Command (PIC).