A special VFR clearance authorizes the pilot of an aircraft to operate VFR while within Class D airspace when the visibility is
A
less than 1 mile and the ceiling is less than 1,000 feet.
B
at least 1 mile and the aircraft can remain clear of clouds.✓ Correct Answer
C
at least 3 miles and the aircraft can remain clear of clouds.
Explanation
14 CFR 91.157 allows special VFR within the surface area of controlled airspace with an ATC clearance, clear of clouds, and with flight visibility (and ground visibility, if reported) of at least 1 statute mile. Less than 1 mile is not allowed, and 3 miles is the basic VFR value.
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