Positive Controlled Airspace is described as which Class?

Positive Controlled Airspace is described as which Class?

• A. Class B - mid-level restriction; ATC separates most traffic
• B. Class C - less restrictive; ATC not always separating
• C. Class A - most restrictive; ATC separates all traffic
• D. Uncontrolled airspace - pilots separate themselves

Answer: (C)

Positive Controlled Airspace means ATC has authority and provides separation for every aircraft operating inside it. That level of control is Class A, which is the most restrictive. In Class A, you must have ATC clearance to enter and operate, the operations are conducted under IFR, and ATC separates all traffic. VFR flight isn’t permitted there, reflecting the tight control in this airspace. The other descriptions describe airspace with less strict control or where ATC doesn’t guarantee separation for all aircraft, or where pilots operate without ATC separation (uncontrolled airspace).

Positive Controlled Airspace means ATC has authority and provides separation for every aircraft operating inside it. That level of control is Class A, which is the most restrictive. In Class A, you must have ATC clearance to enter and operate, the operations are conducted under IFR, and ATC separates all traffic. VFR flight isn’t permitted there, reflecting the tight control in this airspace. The other descriptions describe airspace with less strict control or where ATC doesn’t guarantee separation for all aircraft, or where pilots operate without ATC separation (uncontrolled airspace).