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Which of the following conditions would require a pilot to report 'UNABLE' when instructed by ATC to 'maintain VFR'?

If a pilot is flying on an IFR flight plan and encounters Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC), they cannot comply with an ATC instruction to 'maintain VF

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Question: Which of the following conditions would require a pilot to report 'UNABLE' when instructed by ATC to 'maintain VFR'?

Answer options:

  • Flying above 10,000 feet ASL.
  • Operating below 2,000 feet AGL during daylight hours. ✅ Encountering instrument meteorological conditions (IMC).
  • Experiencing minor aircraft equipment malfunction.

Correct answer: Encountering instrument meteorological conditions (IMC).

Explanation: If a pilot is flying on an IFR flight plan and encounters Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC), they cannot comply with an ATC instruction to 'maintain VFR'. In such a scenario, the pilot must report 'UNABLE' and adhere to IFR procedures.

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