13.0 Controlled Airspace

13.01 "Controlled Airspace" means all airspace of defined dimensions within which

(1) Control Zone regulations are in force.

(2) security regulations are in force.

(3) Special VFR flight only is permitted.

(4) an ATC service is provided.

13.02 When in VFR flight within controlled airspace, a pilot must remain clear of cloud by at least

(1) 500 feet vertically and 1 mile horizontally.

(2) 500 feet vertically and 2,000 feet horizontally.

(3) 1,000 feet vertically and 1 mile horizontally.

(4) 1,000 feet vertically and 3 miles horizontally.

13.03 The minimum flight visibility for VFR flight within a low level airway is

(1) 1 mile.

(2) 1½ miles.

(3) 2 miles.

(4) 3 miles.

13.04 When in VFR flight within a Control Zone, a pilot must remain clear of cloud by at least

(1) 500 feet vertically and 2,000 feet horizontally.

(2) 500 feet vertically and 1 mile horizontally.

(3) 1,000 feet vertically and 1 mile horizontally.

(4) 1,000 feet vertically and 3 miles horizontally.

13.05 VFR cross-country pilots wishing to cross through any part of a Class C Control Zone should

(1) advise the associated FSS.

(2) monitor the Approach Control frequency.

(3) advise ATC of their intentions and obtain a clearance.

(4) conform with circuit direction at that airport.

13.06 ATC may authorize an aeroplane equipped with a functioning two-way radio to transit a Control Zone under day Special VFR provided the flight visibility and, when reported, ground visibility, are each not less than ....

(1) 1/2 mile.

(2) 1 mile.

(3) 2 miles.

(4) 3 miles.

13.07 ATC may authorize a helicopter equipped with a functioning two-way radio to transit a Control Zone under day Special VFR where the flight visibility and, when reported, ground visibility are each not less than ....

(1) 1 mile and operated at not less than 500 feet AGL.

(2) 1/2 mile.

(3) 1 mile.

(4) 1/2 mile and operated at not less than 500 feet AGL.

13.08 An aircraft flying in accordance with Special VFR would be flying within

(1) a Control Zone.

(2) an Aerodrome Traffic Zone.

(3) a Terminal Control Area.

(4) an airway.

13.09 An arriving VFR flight shall make initial radio contact with the control tower

(1) upon entering an Aerodrome Traffic Zone.

(2) prior to entering a Control Zone.

(3) immediately prior to joining the circuit.

(4) immediately after entering a Control Zone.

13.10 VFR flight within Class B airspace is permitted

(1) only when the flight visibility is 5 miles or better.

(2) for all aircraft except gliders and balloons.

(3) if the pilot holds a Class B Airspace Endorsement.

(4) in accordance with an ATC clearance.

13.11 The pilot of an arriving VFR flight shall make initial radio contact with a control tower in Class C airspace

(1) immediately after entering the Control Zone.

(2) 10 NM outside the Control Zone.

(3) prior to entering the Control Zone.

(4) immediately prior to joining the circuit.

13.12 Unless otherwise authorized, a pilot on a VFR flight operating within a Class C Terminal Control Area must

(1) exit the airspace whenever the weather deteriorates below VFR limits.

(2) establish radio contact with the appropriate ATC unit only when transiting the associated Control Zone.

(3) establish and maintain radio communication with the appropriate ATC Unit.

(4) contact Radar Service only when taking off or landing at the major airport concerned.

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