In a Prohibited Area, which operations are allowed?

In a Prohibited Area, which operations are allowed?

• A. VFR operations
• B. IFR operations
• C. Neither allowed
• D. Both VFR and IFR allowed

Answer: (C)

Prohibited Areas are airspace where flight is not allowed at any time unless explicitly authorized by the controlling authority. Because of that, no VFR or IFR operations are permitted there by default. The only way to enter is to obtain a special waiver or clearance; otherwise you must avoid the area. This is distinct from other airspace types where entry can be allowed under certain conditions. In a Prohibited Area, the prohibition applies to all operations, so neither VFR nor IFR is allowed.

Prohibited Areas are airspace where flight is not allowed at any time unless explicitly authorized by the controlling authority. Because of that, no VFR or IFR operations are permitted there by default. The only way to enter is to obtain a special waiver or clearance; otherwise you must avoid the area. This is distinct from other airspace types where entry can be allowed under certain conditions. In a Prohibited Area, the prohibition applies to all operations, so neither VFR nor IFR is allowed.