VFR/IFR

Question 1

What does VFR stand for?

Answer 1

Visual Flight Rules

Question 2

What does IFR stand for?

Answer 2

Instrument Flight Rules

Question 3

IFR/VFR describe:

Answer 3

Flight rules that pilots must follow
Flight plans that pilots must file
Weather conditions

Question 4

What are VFR?

Answer 4

VFR are rules that govern the procedures for conducting flight under visual conditions. The term “VFR” is also used in the US to indicate weather conditions that are equal to or greater than minimum VFR requirements. Its also used by pilots and controllers to indicate a type of flight plan

Question 5

What must happen under VFR?

Answer 5

Pilots must maintain separation from other aircraft.

Aircraft must remain clear of clouds to ensure good visibility.

Question 6

What are IFR?

Answer 6

IFR are rules governing the procedures for conducting instrument flight. IFR is also a term used by pilots and controllers to indicate the type of flight plan.

Question 7

What must happen under IFR?

Answer 7

ATC maintains separation from other aircraft, terrain, and manmade objects on the ground.

Question 8

IFR is also used to describe what type of weather conditions?

Answer 8

Weather conditions that are less than minimum VRF requirements.