What is a requirement to enter Class B airspace?

To enter Class B airspace, obtaining air traffic control (ATC) clearance is essential. This requirement is in place because Class B airspace is typically found around busy airports, where the density of traffic is high, and ATC needs to manage the flow of aircraft to maintain safety. Pilots must communicate with ATC and receive permission before entering or operating within this controlled airspace.

While two-way radio communication is also necessary to maintain communication with ATC, it does not alone grant entry into Class B airspace; clearance from ATC is required. Similarly, weather minimums must be met when flying, but they are not specifically a requirement for entry into Class B airspace; rather, they pertain to VFR flight rules in general. An endorsement for private pilots is not a requirement for Class B airspace entry either. Therefore, the necessity of an ATC clearance stands out as the key requirement for access to Class B airspace.