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The airspace overlying Tomlinson Airport is?

1) Class G up to 18,000
2) Class E from 1,200 up to but not including 18,000
3) Class E from 700 up to but not including 18,000

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Final answer:

Without specific aviation charts or additional information for Tomlinson Airport, it is not possible to definitively state the class of airspace. Class G typically extends to the base of Class E or up to 700 or 1,200 feet AGL, whereas Class E generally starts at 1,200 feet AGL or 700 feet AGL near airports with instrument approach procedures up to 18,000 feet MSL.

Step-by-step explanation:

The airspace overlying Tomlinson Airport can be categorized into different classes as per the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. These classes define the type of flight operations and the level of air traffic control involvement required. Without additional context or reference to a specific chart or sectional, it is challenging to determine the exact class of airspace for Tomlinson Airport. However, I can provide general descriptions for each class mentioned:

  • Class G Airspace is uncontrolled airspace that extends from the surface to the base of the overlying Class E airspace, generally at either 700 or 1,200 feet above ground level, depending on the terrain and other factors.
  • Class E Airspace typically extends from 1,200 feet above ground level (AGL) or from the surface in some cases, where designated, up to but not including 18,000 feet mean sea level (MSL), which is the lower limit of Class A airspace.
  • In some instances, Class E airspace may begin at 700 feet AGL, usually surrounding airports with an instrument approach procedure.

To determine the specific class of airspace over Tomlinson Airport, one would need to consult the current aviation charts and the FAA's Airspace Designations and Reporting Points document. Recognizing the correct airspace class is essential for pilots to comply with the rules for that airspace, which can include communication requirements, equipment requirements, and visibility and cloud clearance regulations.

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