VFR
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-002981
Visual Flight Rules, a set of regulations under which a pilot operates an aircraft in weather conditions clear enough to allow the pilot to see where the aircraft is going. These rules specify minimum visibility and cloud clearance requirements for safe flight. Pilots flying under VFR are responsible for maintaining separation from other aircraft and obstacles.
Visual Flight Rules
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-002981 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| References | NWS Glossary |
| See also | IFR |
Record as JSON
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