Certified Flight Instructor - Flight Instructor Airplane Practice Exam

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Class E airspace generally extends from what minimum altitude?

  1. 700 feet AGL.

  2. 1,000 feet AGL.

  3. 1,200 feet AGL.

  4. 2,000 feet AGL.

The correct answer is: 1,200 feet AGL.

Class E airspace is a type of controlled airspace that typically begins at 1,200 feet above ground level (AGL) when it is not associated with an airport. This is an important aspect for pilots to understand because it determines where they must adhere to IFR and VFR rules and regulations. Class E airspace can have different starting altitudes in various situations. For instance, it may start at the surface in certain areas, such as around airports, and can also begin at 700 feet AGL if it is designated as such. However, when considering general regulations and conditions for Class E airspace, 1,200 feet AGL is the minimum altitude where this airspace typically begins unless specified by additional airspace designations. Knowing this is crucial for flight planning and for maintaining awareness of airspace classifications while flying. Understanding the altitude at which Class E airspace begins helps in ensuring that pilots comply with the appropriate visibility and cloud clearance requirements while operating in or near that airspace.