Flight plans and flight itinerariesQuestion 197 of 351

You fly a night VFR flight in an aeroplane. How much fuel must you carry beyond the fuel to reach the destination?

  1. Enough for 30 minutes at normal cruising speed
  2. Enough for 20 minutes at normal cruising speed
  3. Enough for 45 minutes at normal cruising speed
  4. Enough for 15 minutes at normal cruising speed
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Correct answer: Enough for 45 minutes at normal cruising speed

A night VFR aeroplane flight needs 45 minutes of reserve.

Source: Canadian Aviation Regulations (SOR/96-433), CAR 602.88(3) Fuel Requirements

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026