When can you include routes through Class G airspace?

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When can you include routes through Class G airspace?

Class G is the only uncontrolled airspace, meaning ATC does not provide separation there. Because ATC primarily routes aircraft through the controlled airspace, routes that pass through Class G are not normally included unless the pilot explicitly asks for them. So you would include a route through Class G only if you request it. In practice, this means if you’re planning an IFR flight or want to pass a segment in the lowest, non-controlled airspace, you’d raise that request with ATC during planning or on first contact. ATC can then decide whether such routing is feasible. If you don’t request it, ATC will typically route you through controlled airspace to ensure traffic management and separation.

Class G is the only uncontrolled airspace, meaning ATC does not provide separation there. Because ATC primarily routes aircraft through the controlled airspace, routes that pass through Class G are not normally included unless the pilot explicitly asks for them. So you would include a route through Class G only if you request it.

In practice, this means if you’re planning an IFR flight or want to pass a segment in the lowest, non-controlled airspace, you’d raise that request with ATC during planning or on first contact. ATC can then decide whether such routing is feasible. If you don’t request it, ATC will typically route you through controlled airspace to ensure traffic management and separation.

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