Class C is ideal for flight schools and student pilots because it provides the opportunity to learn to listen to the tower, as well as communicate with it, without the heavy congestion of busier airports.” “Credit for this milestone really belongs to the flights schools and instructors based at MLI, and our thriving general aviation community. “Despite the challenges regional airports are facing growing commercial travel, the general aviation community remains a beacon of light,” said Ashleigh Davis, public relations and marketing manager, Quad Cities International Airport. Higher classifications require higher skill levels, which means higher compensation. Airspace classification has a direct impact on air traffic controllers’ earning potential. It shows the anticipated traffic at an airport, along with the size of the most common or manageable aircraft, which helps with future planning.
for controlled airspace and O’Hare International Airport in Chicago is considered Class B.Īirspace classification helps attract new or expanded commercial air service. There are six classifications in the U.S. These classifications are designed to improve aviation safety and reduce the risk of midair collisions by separating traffic. Airport classifications are based on four factors: traffic volume, type of operations, required level of safety, and national/public interest. The airport in Moline is considered Class C (Charlie) airspace. Rock Island Arsenal Museum set to re-open
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