RegulationsAirspace Classifications
Controlled Airspace
Controlled airspace is airspace of defined dimensions within which air traffic control services are provided to specific classes of flights. Pilots generally require an airways clearance to enter, operate in, or depart from these areas, and must maintain specific tracking tolerances.
Key Points
- •Includes Class A, C, D, and E airspace in Australia.
- •An active airways clearance is required before entry for VFR or IFR flights, depending on the airspace class.
- •Pilots must maintain a listening watch and comply with ATC instructions at all times.
Exam Relevance
Differentiating between controlled and non-controlled airspace, and knowing the associated clearance and communication requirements, is fundamental to air law.
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