What clearing altitude must you reach when following the Vance One departure for 17L?

The correct clearing altitude for the Vance One departure procedure from runway 17L is 5,000 feet. This altitude is established in the Standard Instrument Departure (SID) procedures for ensuring that aircraft are safely above terrain and other obstacles after takeoff.

Reaching 5,000 feet ensures that pilots comply with the clearance provided by Air Traffic Control while also maintaining safety in the airspace surrounding the departure route. The specific altitude is determined by taking into account various factors, including terrain elevation, airspace structure, and operational safety requirements to provide a clear path for departing aircraft.

Other altitudes might not adequately meet those safety and procedural requirements set forth in the departure procedures. Therefore, achieving 5,000 feet allows for a safe and efficient transition into en route airspace.