What is the minimum weather condition required for airplanes operating under special VFR in class D airspace

What is the minimum weather condition required for airplanes operating under special VFR in class D airspace

• A. 1 mile flight visibility
• B. 1/2 mile flight visibility
• C. 3 miles flight visibility
• D. 5 miles flight visibility

Answer: (A)

Special VFR in Class D allows flight when weather is below standard VFR minima, but with strict limits: you may operate with only 1 mile of flight visibility, and you must remain clear of clouds (in addition to being in ATC contact and receiving clearance). This minimal visibility ensures the pilot can maintain visual reference and still be safely separated from other traffic with ATC assistance in a towered, controlled area. Why this is the best choice: 1 mile is the lowest visibility that still permits flight under SVFR in controlled airspace, whereas 1/2 mile is below the SVFR minimum and not allowed, and 3 or 5 miles are higher than the required minimum for SVFR (they’re more than what SVFR needs, not the minimum). Remember, staying clear of clouds is an extra requirement that accompanies this minimum.

Special VFR in Class D allows flight when weather is below standard VFR minima, but with strict limits: you may operate with only 1 mile of flight visibility, and you must remain clear of clouds (in addition to being in ATC contact and receiving clearance). This minimal visibility ensures the pilot can maintain visual reference and still be safely separated from other traffic with ATC assistance in a towered, controlled area.

Why this is the best choice: 1 mile is the lowest visibility that still permits flight under SVFR in controlled airspace, whereas 1/2 mile is below the SVFR minimum and not allowed, and 3 or 5 miles are higher than the required minimum for SVFR (they’re more than what SVFR needs, not the minimum). Remember, staying clear of clouds is an extra requirement that accompanies this minimum.