5. Caribbean VFR Aeronautical Charts. Caribbean 1 and 2 (CAC-1 and CAC-2) are designed for visual
navigation to assist familiarization of foreign aeronautical and topographic information. The aeronautical
information includes visual and radio aids to navigation, airports, controlled airspace, special-use airspace,
obstructions, and related data. The topographic information consists of contour lines, shaded relief, drainage
patterns, and a selection of landmarks used for flight under VFR. Cultural features include cities and towns,
roads, railroads, and other distinct landmarks. Scale 1 inch = 13.7 nm/1:1,000,000. CAC-1 consists of two sides
measuring 30" x 60" each. CAC-2 consists of two sides measuring 20" x 60" each. Revised every 56 days. (See
FIG 9-1-3.)
FIG 9-1-3

Caribbean VFR Aeronautical Charts

6. Helicopter Route Charts. A three-color chart series which shows current aeronautical information
useful to helicopter pilots navigating in areas with high concentrations of helicopter activity. Information
depicted includes helicopter routes, four classes of heliports with associated frequency and lighting capabilities,
NAVAIDs, and obstructions. In addition, pictorial symbols, roads, and easily identified geographical features are
portrayed. Scale 1 inch = 1.71 nm/1:125,000. 34 x 30 inches folded to 5 x 10 inches. Revised every 56 days. (See
FIG 9-1-4.)

Types of Charts Available

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