What should be done upon reaching the instruction to "Climb to requested Altitude" for a VFR departure to Area 1?

Upon reaching the instruction to "Climb to requested Altitude" for a Visual Flight Rules (VFR) departure to Area 1, continuing the climb to 6500' MSL is the appropriate action. This is correct because the instruction typically specifies a target altitude for VFR departures, which in this scenario is 6500' MSL. It indicates that the pilot should continue ascending to this specified altitude, rather than stopping or climbing to a different altitude.

When a specific altitude is given in departure instructions, adhering to that altitude ensures compliance with air traffic control directives. This keeps the aircraft operating within the designated vertical separation from other air traffic, enhancing safety during the departure phase.

Reaching an altitude of 7000' MSL, stopping the climb entirely, or turning to an assigned heading would not align with the instruction provided, which is explicitly aimed at achieving the requested altitude of 6500' MSL. Thus, continuing the climb to this altitude correctly fulfills the control tower’s request while ensuring proper airspace management.