wrote:


That higher-than-standard climb graident applies to three runways, and only for
about 1,000 feet. Once I reach 4,500 (onl about 1,000 agl) presumably I can climb
at only 200 feet per mile after that. Are you required to keep me within the MVA
sector that overlies the airport until I achieve the altitude of a higher MVA
sector into which you plan to take me?

No, if you accept the SID then for all intents and purposes the obstacle
disappears. We vector you normally if you have the SID. Our MVA at the
airport is 5300, however this really doesn't apply to departures because
as long as we don't restrict your climb you are responsible for whatever
minimum climb rates are required.