When departing KRKP, at what altitude should you pass over the LBJ Causeway?

When departing KRKP, at what altitude should you pass over the LBJ Causeway?

• A. 500' MSL
• B. 1500' MSL
• C. 1000' MSL
• D. 2000' MSL

Answer: (B)

Crossing a landmark on departure requires an altitude that guarantees you have enough clearance and a clean transition into the next airspace. The route from KRKP expects you to overfly the LBJ Causeway at 1500 feet MSL, which puts you well above the bridge and water and aligns you with the coastal airspace for a smooth, safe climb. Going lower, like 500 or 1000 feet, risks insufficient clearance over the causeway and water and can increase the chance of traffic conflicts in that busy coastal area. Climbing to 2000 feet is unnecessary for this departure and could complicate traffic patterns or waste altitude that you’ll need later in the climb.

Crossing a landmark on departure requires an altitude that guarantees you have enough clearance and a clean transition into the next airspace. The route from KRKP expects you to overfly the LBJ Causeway at 1500 feet MSL, which puts you well above the bridge and water and aligns you with the coastal airspace for a smooth, safe climb. Going lower, like 500 or 1000 feet, risks insufficient clearance over the causeway and water and can increase the chance of traffic conflicts in that busy coastal area. Climbing to 2000 feet is unnecessary for this departure and could complicate traffic patterns or waste altitude that you’ll need later in the climb.