VFR Terminal Area Chart (VTA)

The VTA series of charts is intended for VFR navigation in the terminal area around seven high traffic areas. Due to the scale of these chart (1:250,000), it should not be used for flight in low ceiling and visibility conditions.

Also, remember that not all obstructions will be shown – it is impracticable to guarantee all obstructions have been included. In general, only obstructions greater than 300 feet AGL or higher are shown as well as known obstructions lower than 300 feet AGL that are considered significant. Not all geographical or aeronautical features can be shown and some aeronautical information may not be current because the chart update interval is one year. Each VTA chart shows, under the title, the date of that edition, the date to which topographical data are corrected and the effective date of airspace amendments.

New information (obstructions, restricted and advisory areas, revised control zones, etc.) is advertised by NOTAM or AIP Supplement, then published in the CFS and ultimately incorporated in a chart revision. It is essential that users understand the purpose and limitations of this product and use it only as intended.

REFERENCES
A Guide to Using NAV CANADA Aeronautical Publications