Instrument training is naturally geared towards technology-heavy procedures like ILS, VOR and RNAV approaches. In poor weather these instrument procedures are the only way to land, but when the weathers good, theres another option.
Visual approaches are ATC authorizations for IFR flights to proceed visually to an airport in good weather, relying on the pilot sighting either the airport or preceding traffic, thus offering flexibility over instrument procedures.
Once cleared, pilots assume primary responsibility for separation from other traffic, terrain, and wake turbulence, especially when following a preceding aircraft.
Unlike instrument approaches, visual approaches lack a defined missed approach procedure; a go-around is treated as an IFR departure requiring ATC guidance.
While simplifying operations, visual approaches require specific weather conditions for ATC to offer them, and pilots must ensure they remain clear of clouds throughout the approach.
Instrument training is naturally geared towards technology-heavy procedures like ILS, VOR and RNAV approaches. In poor weather these instrument procedures are the only way to land, but when the weather’s good, there’s another option.
Enter the visual approach
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