That is only true if the field has a instrument approach. If no IAP, then there is no departure procedure standard or otherwise. In that
case, you need to CAREFULLY check the charts and notams to make sure you are not going to fly into anything hard.

airbourne56 wrote:

As far as obstacle clearance.
There is a standard climb rate that assures obstacle clearance (I
think it's 200 feet per mile). Check the regs. If a climb rate greater
than that, or certain headings or courses are required to assure
clearance, they'll be stipulated in the departure procedures (e.g.
"upon departure, fly outbound ARB course 240 until reaching 4000 feet
then proceed on course"). Just follow what they say and you're in the
clear. --

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