Aircraft classes

{
  "id": "MLC-T-AVN-000055",
  "term": "Aircraft classes",
  "field": "Aviation and air traffic control",
  "definition": "For the purposes of Wake Turbulence Separation Minima, ATC classifies aircraft as Super, Heavy, Large, and Small as follows:\n\na. Super- The Airbus A-380-800 (A388) is classified as a super aircraft. A super aircraft is a Category A for terminal wake turbulence separation purposes.\n\nb. Heavy- Aircraft capable of takeoff weights of 300,000 pounds or more whether or not they are operating at this weight during a particular phase of flight. Heavy aircraft are Category B, C, or D for terminal wake turbulence separation purposes.\n\nc. Large- Aircraft of more than 41,000 pounds, maximum certificated takeoff weight, up to but not including 300,000 pounds. Large aircraft are Category F and G for terminal wake turbulence separation purposes.\n\nd. Small- Aircraft of 41,000 pounds or less maximum certificated takeoff weight. Small aircraft are Category H and I for terminal wake turbulence separation purposes.",
  "synonyms": [
    "Heavy (aircraft)"
  ],
  "references": [
    "AIM",
    "FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/aviation/aircraft-classes/"
}