The minimum distance from clouds required for VFR operations on an airway below 10,000 feet MSL is
A
remain clear of clouds.
B
500 feet below, 1,000 feet above, and 2,000 feet horizontally.✓ Correct Answer
C
500 feet above, 1,000 feet below, and 2,000 feet horizontally.
Explanation
Airways are Class E airspace, where 14 CFR 91.155(a) requires, below 10,000 feet MSL, remaining 500 feet below, 1,000 feet above and 2,000 feet horizontally from clouds. 'Clear of clouds' applies only in Class B or low-altitude Class G, and the other option reverses the above and below distances.
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