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Decision making and flight planningQuestion 929 of 934

A pilot plans a VFR flight with one stopover. What does the AIM recommend for the flight plan?

  1. File one flight plan for the whole trip
  2. File a plan for the first leg only
  3. File a separate flight plan for each leg
  4. File the second plan after the first landing
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Correct answer: File a separate flight plan for each leg

The AIM recommends a separate flight plan for each leg of a stopover flight.

Source: Aeronautical Information Manual (FAA, Basic with Change 3, 9 July 2026), AIM 5-1-10 Flight Plan - VFR Flights, page 331

Practice decision making and flight planning

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026