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Class B airspace generally surrounds the busiest airports in the US (e.g., Atlanta, JFK, LAX). To enter Class B, a VFR pilot needs
Choices
no clearance — just fly in.
Entering without clearance = airspace violation.
✓ EXPLICIT ATC clearance ("cleared into the Class Bravo").correct
Mode C transponder is required within 30 nm of the primary airport (Mode C veil), regardless of altitude. The pilot must hold at least Private Pilot (or Student with endorsement). Class B requirements: explicit ATC clearance (the words 'cleared into Class Bravo' must be spoken — 'remain clear' or 'standby' is NOT clearance). Mode C transponder within the 30-nm veil. Two-way radio established. Private Pilot or Student with endorsement. VFR weather mins: 3 SM, clear of clouds (no cloud distance requirement, since you're talking to ATC). Class B has VFR corridors and underlying Class E to navigate around when not entering.
only a CTAF announcement.
CTAF doesn't apply to Class B.
a CFI must be on board.
CFI not required, but training endorsement may be.
Why
Mode C transponder is required within 30 nm of the primary airport (Mode C veil), regardless of altitude. The pilot must hold at least Private Pilot (or Student with endorsement). Class B requirements: explicit ATC clearance (the words 'cleared into Class Bravo' must be spoken — 'remain clear' or 'standby' is NOT clearance). Mode C transponder within the 30-nm veil. Two-way radio established. Private Pilot or Student with endorsement. VFR weather mins: 3 SM, clear of clouds (no cloud distance requirement, since you're talking to ATC). Class B has VFR corridors and underlying Class E to navigate around when not entering.
FAA source: 14 CFR §91.131(a), operations in Class B airspace; AIM 3-2-3browse the reference library →
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