Decision making and flight planningQuestion 911 of 934

A pilot plans to fly in mountainous terrain. How should the pilot set the ceiling and visibility minimums?

  1. Higher than for flat terrain
  2. Lower than for flat terrain
  3. The same as for flat terrain
  4. Based on the airplane's top speed
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Correct answer: Higher than for flat terrain

The environment part of PAVE says to consider higher minimums in mountainous terrain.

Source: Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25C), Chapter 2: Aeronautical Decision-Making — Mitigating Risk, page 48

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026