§ 135.217 IFR: Takeoff limitations.

Official text · Current as of Oct 19, 2026 · from eCFR

No person may takeoff an aircraft under IFR from an airport where weather conditions are at or above takeoff minimums but are below authorized IFR landing minimums unless there is an alternate airport within 1 hour's flying time (at normal cruising speed, in still air) of the airport of departure.

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