Ceiling Transponder Visual Flight Rules 
Pilot Institute
APRIL 24, 2024
They try to make the underlying airspace easily navigable by visual flight rules (VFR) aircraft. All aircraft inside the veil must have an operating Mode C transponder and ADS-B Out. This central core extends up to around 10,000 feet MSL, the airspace’s ceiling. The shelves extend outwards from the core.
Flight Training Central
MARCH 18, 2024
There are different requirements if the flight is operated under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) or Visual Flight Rules (VFR). For example, a pilot flying IFR in controlled airspace will have to file an IFR flight plan and receive an ATC clearance.
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The flight plan informs the Air Traffic Control (ATC) of your planned course, aircraft capability, and contingency plan. Unlike Visual Flight Rules (VFR), filing an IFR flight plan is mandatory for all IFR flights. The ceiling must be at least 2,000 feet above the airport elevation.
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