Alternates

Question 1

Is an alternate required?

Answer 1

An alternate is always required unless:
-An instrument approach is published and available for the destination AND

For at least 1 hour before to 1 hour after eta and ceilings at least 2000 above airport elevation and visibility is at least 3sm

Question 2

Alternate weather requirements

Answer 2

For a precision approach 600ft ceilings and 2sm visibility.

For a non precision approach 800ft ceilings and 2m visibility.

If no instrument approach is available ceilings and visibility must allow descent from mea approach and landing under vfr