Steven P. McNicoll wrote:
"Sam Spade" wrote in message
news:nTo6g.175187$bm6.57868@fed1read04...

The "rule" is that direct routes initiated by ATC are limited to the
service volume of VOR (or rarely, NDBs) and the controller can assure that
MIAs will not be violated.

When the pilot makes the request, though, let the buyer beware.



That's not correct. NAVAID usable distance limits are based on MSL
altitudes, service volumes are based on AGL altitudes. It doesn't matter if
the routing is initiated by ATC or requested by the pilot, radar monitoring
is required when operating outside of the specified altitude and distance
limitations in controlled airspace unless approval has been obtained from
the Frequency Management and Flight Inspection Offices to exceed them or the
requested routing is via an MTR.



What did I say that is not correct, and inconsistent with 7110.65 4-1-1?