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A sport pilot may not fly when flight or surface visibility is less than what?

3 statute miles.

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Why: A sport pilot may not act as pilot in command when the flight or surface visibility is less than 3 statute miles.

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Answer: 3 statute miles. A sport pilot may not act as pilot in command when the flight or surface visibility is less than 3 statute miles.

  1. 14 CFR 61.315 (eCFR) www.ecfr.gov/api/renderer/v1/content/enhanced/current/title-14?part=61&section=61.315
    When the flight or surface visibility is less than 3 statute miles.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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