When filing an IFR flight plan, what is typically required before entering controlled airspace?

When filing an IFR flight plan, what is typically required before entering controlled airspace?

• A. ATC clearance
• B. A preflight weather briefing
• C. A logbook entry
• D. A GPS check

Answer: (A)

ATC clearance is required to enter controlled airspace when operating under IFR. Filing an IFR flight plan provides ATC with your intended route, altitude, and other details, but you don’t have authorization to fly in controlled airspace until ATC issues the IFR clearance. That clearance confirms your route and assigned altitude and gives any needed restrictions, and you must have it before entering controlled airspace. While a preflight weather briefing, a logbook entry, or a GPS check are important for safety and compliance, they do not authorize entry into controlled airspace.

ATC clearance is required to enter controlled airspace when operating under IFR. Filing an IFR flight plan provides ATC with your intended route, altitude, and other details, but you don’t have authorization to fly in controlled airspace until ATC issues the IFR clearance. That clearance confirms your route and assigned altitude and gives any needed restrictions, and you must have it before entering controlled airspace. While a preflight weather briefing, a logbook entry, or a GPS check are important for safety and compliance, they do not authorize entry into controlled airspace.