What are the primary types of aeronautical charts covered in the AIM?

The primary types of aeronautical charts covered in the AIM include VFR Navigation Charts, Sectional Charts, Terminal Area Charts, and WAC charts. These charts are essential tools for pilots flying under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) and provide critical information for navigation.

VFR Navigation Charts are specifically designed for navigation and depict various features such as airspace classifications, landmarks, and navigational aids, allowing pilots to maintain visual reference during flight. Sectional Charts serve a similar purpose but are tailored for a broader area, making them useful for cross-country navigation and awareness of surrounding airspace. Terminal Area Charts focus on the vicinity of busier airports, highlighting details such as airspace complexities and approach procedures, which can be crucial for pilots operating in and around busy terminals. Lastly, WAC (World Aeronautical Charts) charts are less detailed but cover larger geographical areas, providing an overview for long-distance flights.

The other options provided do not represent the primary types of aeronautical charts used for navigation and operational purposes in flight. Digital Flight Guides and Radar Maps, as well as Satellite Imagery and Weather Maps, may offer valuable data but do not fit the primary categorization of aeronautical charts as intended for pilot navigation per the AIM.