What is the minimum ground visibility required for fixed wing SVFR operations (excluding scheduled air carrier) ?

What is the minimum ground visibility required for fixed wing SVFR operations (excluding scheduled air carrier) ?

• A. 1 SM
• B. 3 SM
• C. 5/8 SM
• D. 1/2 SM

Answer: (A)

Special VFR lets a pilot operate in weather that’s below standard VFR minimums, but only inside controlled airspace and with ATC coordination. For fixed‑wing operations that aren’t scheduled air carriers, the minimum ground visibility allowed for SVFR is 1 statute mile. This level is lower than typical VFR minimums, yet still keeps a basic level of visibility to see the runway and other traffic and to work with ATC for separation. The other options are not the fixed‑wing SVFR minima because 3 SM exceeds SVFR requirements, and 1/2 or 5/8 SM are not the standard fixed‑wing SVFR values.

Special VFR lets a pilot operate in weather that’s below standard VFR minimums, but only inside controlled airspace and with ATC coordination. For fixed‑wing operations that aren’t scheduled air carriers, the minimum ground visibility allowed for SVFR is 1 statute mile. This level is lower than typical VFR minimums, yet still keeps a basic level of visibility to see the runway and other traffic and to work with ATC for separation. The other options are not the fixed‑wing SVFR minima because 3 SM exceeds SVFR requirements, and 1/2 or 5/8 SM are not the standard fixed‑wing SVFR values.