APREQ for KVKS departures inbound to KJAN/KMLU or overflying JAN/MLU APCH airspace prior to issuing a clearance is:

• A. Yes
• B. Only for emergencies
• C. Only for IFR departures
• D. No

Answer: (D)

APREQ is a pre-coordination step used when entry into another facility’s approach airspace could impact traffic flow and needs advance notice to the receiving controller. For KVKS departures that are headed inbound to KJAN or KMLU, or for flights that will overfly JAN/MLU approach airspace, there isn’t a need to obtain an APREQ before issuing a clearance. The issuing controller handles the initial clearance and the routing en route, and coordination with approach control happens after the aircraft is established on its course or during the normal handoff. Requiring APREQ in advance would delay clearance without enhancing safety because there isn’t a special restriction or conflict that demands preauthorization. Approach control will still be notified and manage sequencing once the aircraft enters their airspace. So, APREQ before clearance is not necessary in this scenario.