Where Does Class E Airspace Begin

Some Class E airspace begins at an MSL altitude depicted on the charts, instead of an AGL altitude. Class E airspace typically extends up to, but not including, 18,000 feet MSL (the lower limit of Class A airspace). All airspace above FL 600 is Class E airspace.

Is Class E airspace everywhere?

Class E “Everywhere” Airspace. Echo airspace is the most common type of airspace you will encounter, no matter where it is you fly in the country. You will find Echo airspace below 18,000′ msl everywhere that either Class B, C, D, or G airspace does not occupy.

Where does Class E airspace start under a Victor Airway?

In the vast majority of areas, there are enough airports and victor airways to have Class E begin at 1,200 feet AGL. This is known as enroute Class E airspace.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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