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Visual and Instrumental Flying Rules: Definitions and Differences

What Are Visual Flying Rules?

What Are Instrument Flying Rules?

What Are the Differences Between VFR and IFR in Flying?

Here are the primary differences between the two flying rules:

Parameter

VFR

IFR

Definition

VFR involves the use of visual understanding to control flight movements. Pilots use these when there is clear visibility.

IFR means the use of instruments to land or navigate the flight path. Pilots use this in case of turbulent or non-clear weather.

Visibility

Ceilings under VFR should be more than 3000 feet and visibility more than 5 SM or stature miles.

Ceiling requirement is less than 100 feet. It’s used when visibility is lower than 3 stature miles.

Cloud cover

Pilots following VFR cannot fly through clouds.

IFR allows pilots to fly through thick cloud cover or when they have zero visibility.

Airspace

VFR flights cannot operate in Class A airspace.

Aircrafts following instrument flying rules can operate in Class A airspace.

Which Is Better - VFR or IFR?

Frequently Asked Questions