Practice question

What is the operational purpose of a published Minimum Vectoring Altitude (MVA/MRVA) used by an ATS surveillance controller?

  1. It is the lowest altitude authorized for vectoring in the applicable sector; the controller must keep a vectored IFR aircraft at or above the published value that provides the approved obstacle clearance.
  2. The lowest altitude an aircraft can fly under VFR without a radio.
  3. The runway elevation at sea level.
  4. The altitude where aircraft must drop landing gear.

Answer: A — It is the lowest altitude authorized for vectoring in the applicable sector; the controller must keep a vectored IFR aircraft at or above the published value that provides the approved obstacle clearance.

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