How should a VFR flight plan be closed at the completion of the flight at a controlled airport quizlet?

How should a VFR flight plan be closed at the completion of the flight at a controlled airport? Answer: The pilot must close the flight plan with the nearest FSS or other FAA facility upon landing. Explanation: A pilot is responsible for ensuring that the VFR or DVFR flight plan is canceled (14 CFR 91.153).



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If the destination airport — any airport of any size — has an operating control tower at the time of arrival, they will close your flight plan. If the airport does not have a control tower, or the tower is closed at the time, you have to contact another ATS unit to have it closed.

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IFR flight plans may be closed at any time with either ARTCC, approach control, tower, or if unable, with FSS. When landing at an airport with a functioning control tower, IFR flight plans are automatically canceled.

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A pilot in command may deviate from the planned flight path for reasons such as weather conditions or operational considerations. Such deviations do not relieve the pilot in command of the weather requirements or the requirements for terrain and obstacle clearance contained in this part and in part 91 of this chapter.

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How to cancel a VFR flight plan on the ground: This is super simple, just call 1-800-WX-BRIEF on the phone, give them your call sign and location, and they will cancel the VFR flight plan. If you choose to cancel on the ground, make sure you remember to make the call. Many pilots walk away from the aircraft and forget.

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No person may operate an aircraft under basic VFR when the flight visibility is less, or at a distance from clouds that is less, than that prescribed for the corresponding altitude and class of airspace.

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You generally cannot receive a refund for a missed flight, even if accidental. The airline may rebook you on another flight, though there may be a change fee.

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DVFR (Defense VFR) In the increased environment of national security that exists today, flight plans are required before penetrating or flying in Air Defense Identification Zones (ADIZ). Expanded information can be found in FAR Part 99, Security Control of Air Traffic.

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IFR flight plans may be closed at any time with either ARTCC, approach control, tower, or if unable, with FSS. When landing at an airport with a functioning control tower, IFR flight plans are automatically canceled. If landing at a non-towered aircraft, ensure the flight plan is closed by contacting FSS.

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