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MEA is an altitude which assures

A

obstacle clearance, accurate navigational signals from more than one VORTAC, and accurate DME mileage.

B

a 1,000-foot obstacle clearance within 2 miles of an airway and assures accurate DME mileage.

C

acceptable navigational signal coverage and meets obstruction clearance requirements.✓ Correct Answer

Explanation

14 CFR 1.1 defines the MEA as the lowest published altitude between radio fixes that assures acceptable navigational signal coverage and meets obstacle clearance requirements between those fixes. It does not guarantee reception of more than one VORTAC or accurate DME. It says nothing about a 1,000-foot clearance within 2 miles of an airway..

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