Aircraft operation rulesQuestion 83 of 351

You are below 3,000 feet AGL within 10 nautical miles of a controlled aerodrome. What is the speed limit without ATC authorization?

  1. 250 knots indicated.
  2. 150 knots indicated.
  3. 200 knots indicated.
  4. 180 knots indicated.
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Correct answer: 200 knots indicated.

The limit is 200 knots indicated airspeed unless the ATC clearance authorizes more.

Source: Canadian Aviation Regulations (SOR/96-433), CAR 602.32(1)(b) Airspeed Limitations

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026