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Under what conditions is a Flight Plan or Flight Itinerary required for a VFR flight in Canada?

In Canada, a Flight Plan or Flight Itinerary is required for a VFR flight if the flight extends more than 25 nautical miles from the point of departure, or if i

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Question: Under what conditions is a Flight Plan or Flight Itinerary required for a VFR flight in Canada?

Answer options:

  • Only for flights crossing international borders.
  • Always, regardless of flight duration or destination. ✅ When flying more than 25 nautical miles from the point of departure, or over sparsely settled areas.
  • Never, for VFR flights.

Correct answer: When flying more than 25 nautical miles from the point of departure, or over sparsely settled areas.

Explanation: In Canada, a Flight Plan or Flight Itinerary is required for a VFR flight if the flight extends more than 25 nautical miles from the point of departure, or if it is over sparsely settled areas, or if it is an international flight. This ensures search and rescue services are aware of the flight's intentions.

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