What indicates a pilot’s legal eligibility to fly in Class B airspace?

A pilot’s legal eligibility to fly in Class B airspace is established by holding a Private Pilot Certificate along with obtaining an ATC (Air Traffic Control) clearance. Class B airspace surrounds the busiest airports and has specific requirements to ensure safety and efficient airspace management.

To enter Class B airspace, a pilot must demonstrate that they have the necessary training and certification to operate in this environment, which is why possessing at least a Private Pilot Certificate is essential. Moreover, it is mandatory for the pilot to receive an explicit clearance from ATC before entering this airspace. This clearance ensures that all flights are coordinated and maintains safety amongst the congested situations typical in Class B airspace.

The other options do not meet the criteria set forth by the FAA for flying in Class B airspace. A Student Pilot Certificate alone does not provide the legal authority to operate in this controlled environment, as it requires a more advanced certification. Similarly, having any pilot certificate without the proper clearance does not satisfy the regulatory requirements, and a Satellite Tracking System does not contribute to the pilot's eligibility in the legal or regulatory sense.