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Scenario 32: When flying VFR, what minimum altitude must be maintained over a built-up area?
Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) state that VFR aircraft must maintain a minimum altitude of 1,000 feet AGL over built-up areas. This rule is for safety and
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Question: Scenario 32: When flying VFR, what minimum altitude must be maintained over a built-up area?
Answer options:
- 500 feet AGL
- No specific minimum, as long as it's safe
- 2,000 feet AGL ✅ 1,000 feet AGL
Correct answer: 1,000 feet AGL
Explanation: Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) state that VFR aircraft must maintain a minimum altitude of 1,000 feet AGL over built-up areas. This rule is for safety and noise abatement, providing clear glide capability in case of engine failure. The correct answer is "1,000 feet AGL". This capacity-fill scenario 32 reinforces the same competency for the pstar bank and follows the certified explanation standard.
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