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Controlled airspace

An airspace of defined dimensions within which A TC service is provided to IFR and VFR flights in accordance with the airspace classification. It includes Class A, Class B, Class C, Class D, and Class E airspace.

Dictionary Term

Controlled airspace

Definitions

  • An airspace of defined dimensions within which A TC service is provided to IFR and VFR flights in accordance with the airspace classification. It includes Class A, Class B, Class C, Class D, and Class E airspace.
  • means an airspace of defined dimensions within which air traffic control service is provided to IFR flights and to VFR flights in accordance with the airspace classification
    Note:
    Controlled airspace is a generic term that covers Class A, Class B, Class C, Class D, and Class E airspace.

References

  • Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, Federal Aviation Administration, 2023