Regulation · 14 CFRCurrent as of October 26, 2026 (eCFR)
14 CFR 135.207 VFR: Helicopter surface reference requirements
Subpart D—VFR/IFR Operating Limitations and Weather Requirements
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No person may operate a helicopter under VFR unless that person has visual surface reference or, at night, visual surface light reference, sufficient to safely control the helicopter.
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