Originally Posted by
Lantirn
Of course 6.5.3.2 is a good reason for ATC do deny any visual approach.
It looks more like a reason for a controller to not initiate a controller initiated visual. I don't see any reference to denying a pilot requested visual.
Originally Posted by
Lantirn
but in Europe you don’t have to keep VMC/VFR minima to execute a visual, however its your responsibility to stay in visual contact and stay out of cloud.
Really? Hmm that's different. In the US, you must have basic VFR minima (ceiling 1000 ft or higher, and visibility 3 miles or greater) in order to (legally) request a visual