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Drone Lingo Simplified: Acronyms Every Pilot Needs To Know

Pilot Institute

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. The FAA prescribes the 5P approach to SRM Plan, Plane, Pilot, Passengers, and Programming. VFR requires minimum weather and visibility conditions.

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