Definition
VISUAL FLIGHT RULES
Rules that govern the procedures for conducting flight under visual conditions. The term “VFR” is also used in the United States to indicate weather conditions that are equal to or greater than minimum VFR requirements. In addition, it is used by pilots and controllers to indicate type of flight plan.
- See: INSTRUMENT FLIGHT RULES
- See: INSTRUMENT METEOROLOGICAL CONDITIONS
Source: FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary (verbatim from the Federal Aviation Regulations).
Where This Term Is Used
- 14 CFR § 91.161 — § 91.161 Special awareness training required for pilots flying under visual flight rules within a 60-nautical mile radius of the Washington, DC VOR/DME.
- 14 CFR § 91.189 — § 91.189 Category II and III operations: General operating rules.
- 14 CFR § 91.113 — § 91.113 Right-of-way rules: Except water operations.
- 14 CFR § 91.205 — § 91.205 Powered civil aircraft with standard U.S. airworthiness certificates: Instrument and equipment requirements.
4 sections reference this term in their FAR Decoded content.