Under what condition, if any, may pilots fly through a restricted area?
A
When flying on airways with an ATC clearance.
B
With the controlling agency's authorization.✓ Correct Answer
C
Regulations do not allow this.
Explanation
14 CFR 91.133(a) prohibits operating an aircraft within a restricted area contrary to its restrictions unless the pilot has the permission of the using or controlling agency; AIM 3-4-3 adds that ATC may clear IFR flights through an area only when it is not active. So flight through a restricted area is possible with the controlling agency's authorization. An airway clearance alone does not authorize penetrating an active restricted area.
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