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What is the specific fuel requirement for flight under VFR at night in an airplane?

A

Enough to complete the flight at normal cruising speed with adverse wind conditions.

B

Enough to fly to the first point of intended landing and to fly after that for 30 minutes at normal cruising speed.

C

Enough to fly to the first point of intended landing and to fly after that for 45 minutes at normal cruising speed.✓ Correct Answer

Explanation

14 CFR 91.151(a)(2) requires, for VFR flight at night in an airplane, enough fuel to fly to the first point of intended landing and then for at least 45 minutes at normal cruising speed. 30 minutes is the daytime requirement.

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