Victor Airways are classified under which type of airspace?

Victor Airways are classified as Class E airspace. This type of airspace is designed to facilitate instrument flight rules (IFR) operations and is typically used for high-altitude air traffic, which includes the layout of Victor Airways. These airways extend vertically from 1,200 feet above the ground up to, but not including, 18,000 feet, where airspace transitions to Class A.

Victor Airways are also used in conjunction with Standard Instrument Departures (SIDs) and Standard Terminal Arrival Routes (STARs), allowing for organized and efficient routing of aircraft during IFR operations. The structure of Class E airspace, especially in relation to Victor Airways, supports both IFR and Visual Flight Rules (VFR) operations, accommodating a diverse range of aircraft while maintaining safe separation.

Understanding the classification of airspace is crucial for pilots, especially when it comes to navigation and compliance with air traffic control regulations. Class B, C, and D airspace have different requirements and operational structures that do not pertain to the routing of Victor Airways.