Practice question

When can ATC apply visual separation between IFR aircraft?

  1. Only in Class B airspace during daytime hours
  2. When a pilot reports the traffic in sight and accepts responsibility for separation
  3. Only when both aircraft are operating VFR
  4. Whenever visibility exceeds 5 miles regardless of pilot report

Answer: B — When a pilot reports the traffic in sight and accepts responsibility for separation

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