What is RVSM in aviation?
What is RVSM in aviation? RVSM was implemented to reduce the vertical separation above flight level ( FL ) 290 from 2000-ft minimum to 1000-ft minimum. It allows aircraft to safely fly more optimum profiles, gain fuel savings and increase airspace capacity.
Can a non RVSM aircraft fly through RVSM altitudes?
A non-RVSM aircraft can't fly in RVSM airspace for a final altitude. But they can transition it, e.g. climb to FL430. There are exceptions to the rule, covered in FAA JO 7110.65 2-1-28(a)1: military operations.
What is the minimum separation between aircraft?
According to ICAO standards, the minimum vertical separation between aircraft under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) depends on altitude. For aircraft flying below 29,000 (FL290), the minimum vertical separation is 1,000. Above this, aircraft are typically required to maintain a vertical distance of at least 2,000 ft.
Can you fly without talking to ATC?
As a blanket statement, no, it is not illegal to fly without ATC contact. More precisely, it is completely legal to fly without radio contact except in certain designated airspace or while flying under instrument flight rules (IFR).
Can you fly a plane without talking to ATC?
An airplane in classes A through D must always be either communication with ATC or at least have established contact with ATC. Class E airspace is more related to weather requirement than it is to communication and in most cases does not require ATC communications.
Can ATC see aircraft without transponder?
A Primary Radar System. Typically located on the control tower or other strategic location on the airport, the Primary Radar antenna is able to detect and display aircraft that are not equipped with or have malfunctioning transponders or ADS-B.