Clearance Instrument Meteorological Conditions Visual Flight Rules 
Pilot Institute
MARCH 6, 2025
In contrast to a control tower, an FSS is not responsible for giving instructions or clearances to aircraft. VFR Visual Flight Rules VFR is a set of regulations that allow a pilot to operate an aircraft using visual cues and without relying on instruments.
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 FAA requires specific currency requirements to maintain your instrument flying privileges.
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