DanielH
Pre-Flight
A few months ago I wanted to get some practice on a LOC BC approach to runway 3R. Runway 21L was listed as active per the ATIS. The approach was to a Class D airport underlying Class B airspace. Requested the approach (VFR conditions) and was told by approach controller that "due to new rules I cannot clear you for an approach to a runway that is not active. You may proceed to the airport anyway you like though." Proceeded to runway 3R on the approach and then broke off the approach at circling minimums and headed for 21L.
I have never had a problem and still do not have a problem getting an approach to a runway that is not active at my home airport that is Class C. Does anyone know whether this a Class D airspace rule or for airports underlying Class B airspace??
I have never had a problem and still do not have a problem getting an approach to a runway that is not active at my home airport that is Class C. Does anyone know whether this a Class D airspace rule or for airports underlying Class B airspace??