FAA Ground School Practice Test

What is the minimum flight visibility requirement for VFR flight above 1,200 ft AGL and below 10,000 ft MSL during daylight hours outside controlled airspace?

1. 2 miles

2. 1 mile

3. 3 miles

4. 500 ft

The correct answer is: 1 mile

For VFR (Visual Flight Rules) flight above 1,200 feet AGL (Above Ground Level) and below 10,000 feet MSL (Mean Sea Level) during daylight hours outside of controlled airspace, the minimum flight visibility requirement is indeed 1 mile. This requirement is established to ensure that pilots can maintain visual reference to the ground and other aircraft. At this altitude and in uncontrolled airspace, a visibility of 1 mile allows pilots to navigate effectively and avoid potential collisions with other aircraft while also being able to see and avoid obstacles on the ground. This standard helps promote safety in the skies, particularly since operations in VFR conditions rely heavily on the pilot's ability to visually ascertain their surroundings. The other options do not align with the established VFR minimums for the specified conditions. Nevertheless, understanding this requirement and its implications is critical for safe flight operations under VFR.