VFR-Specific Communications, Airspace and Meteorological Information Exchange
Core concepts
VFR communications include requesting weather, airspace information, and special VFR clearances. Key concepts: know the phraseology for requesting weather: 'request weather', 'request airfield information'. Understand the airspace classes in Brunei: Class C and D. For VFR, you must request clearance to enter controlled airspace. Traps: assuming VFR is always allowed in controlled airspace; not requesting special VFR when weather is below VMC; failing to state 'VFR' in calls. Also, know the phrase 'remain VMC' and 'maintain VFR'. Worked example: 'Brunei Approach, Cessna Five Six Alpha Bravo, request clearance to enter control zone, VFR, at three thousand feet.' Rule of thumb: always state 'VFR' and request clearance when entering controlled airspace.
Key points
- Request weather with 'request weather'.
- State 'VFR' in all relevant calls.
- Request clearance to enter controlled airspace.
- Special VFR requires explicit clearance.
- Maintain VMC at all times.