Airspace reversion to old rules

Class D, F and G VMC requirements

Through the Aviation Safety (Amendment) Regulations 2021, on 20 May 2021 the UK will implement an amendment to SERA.5001 Table S5-1 that modifies the VMC visibility and distance from cloud minima in airspace Classes D, F and G. From 20 May 2021, pilots will be deemed to have complied with the requirements of SERA.5001 when operating at or below 3,000 ft AMSL, or 1,000 ft above terrain, whichever is the higher, if they are flying:

Within Class D airspace:
a) During day only;
b) Indicated airspeed of 140 kts or less;
c) Remains clear of cloud with the surface in sight and;
(i) For aircraft other than helicopters, with a flight visibility of at least 5 km;
(ii)For helicopters, with a flight visibility of at least 1,500 m.

Within Class F and G airspace:
a) During day only;
b) Indicated airspeed of 140 kts or less;
c) For all aircraft, with a flight visibility of at least 1,500 m.