What is the minimum visibility required under VFR for takeoff from the Auburn airport at sunrise?

What is the minimum visibility required under VFR for takeoff from the Auburn airport at sunrise?

• A. 1 statute mile
• B. 3 statute miles
• C. 2 statute miles
• D. 1/2 statute mile

Answer: (A)

When flying VFR from an airport with no published takeoff minimums, the basic daylight VFR minimums apply. In Class G airspace up to 1,200 feet AGL, daytime visibility must be at least 1 statute mile and you must remain clear of clouds. Sunrise is considered daylight, so the minimum remains 1 mile. If the airport sits under controlled airspace with published takeoff minimums, those higher requirements would apply instead. The other options (3 miles, 2 miles, or 1/2 mile) don’t fit the standard daylight VFR takeoff rule for a typical uncontrolled field.

When flying VFR from an airport with no published takeoff minimums, the basic daylight VFR minimums apply. In Class G airspace up to 1,200 feet AGL, daytime visibility must be at least 1 statute mile and you must remain clear of clouds. Sunrise is considered daylight, so the minimum remains 1 mile. If the airport sits under controlled airspace with published takeoff minimums, those higher requirements would apply instead. The other options (3 miles, 2 miles, or 1/2 mile) don’t fit the standard daylight VFR takeoff rule for a typical uncontrolled field.