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A pilot wants to take off under VFR from an airport in a Class D surface area. Ground visibility is reported. What is the minimum ground visibility?

  1. 1 statute mile
  2. 3 statute miles
  3. 2 statute miles
  4. 5 statute miles
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Correct answer: 3 statute miles

No person may take off or land under VFR in these surface areas unless ground visibility is at least 3 statute miles.

Source: 14 CFR Part 91, § 91.155 Basic VFR weather minimums.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026