General 5 Integration of VFR/IFR in Class D

Question 1

What type of Visibility is to be used for VFR aircraft wishing to land, depart or enter the traffic circuit within Class D?

Answer 1

Ground Visibility

Question 2

What type of Visibility is to be used for VFR aircraft wishing to transit an aerodrome within Class D?

Answer 2

Flight Visbility

Question 3

What separation is given to VFR in Class D?

Answer 3

Separation is not required for VFR in Class D. However, ATC has a responsibility to maintain a safe, orderly and expeditious flow of traffic and prevent collisions. This means the ATCO is to pass sufficient traffic information and instructions to assist pilots to ‘see and avoid’ each other.

Question 4

Are instructions issued to VFR in Class D mandatory?

Answer 4

Yes.

Question 5

When issuing instructions to VFR, what conditions must the ATCO be aware of?

Answer 5

ATCOs should be aware of the pilots requirement to remain VMC, avoid obstacles and only do as licensed.