AboutChristopher McKenna Expertise I can answer questions about general air traffic control, specific questions about Chicago
Center ATC, legal questions regarding FARs(although they may take some time to research).
Experience I have been an air traffic controller since 1984, at Albany, NY tower, NY Center, and Chicago Center. I have been an attorney since 1992.
Organizations National Air Traffic Controllers Association(NATCA)
Education/Credentials BS, Philosophy, SUNY. JD, Northern Illinois Univ. Various FAA training courses pertaining to air traffic control.
Answer It all depends. Sometimes as low as 8 or 10 thousand feet will get you over the weather. Other times, especially with midwest thunderstorms, it is impossible to get over the weather. Thunderstorms can top 50 thousand feet, making it impossible for most aircraft to get over it.
