Originally Posted by
Awol57
IFR and VFR aren't separated in D only given traffic so there is no reason to deny a VFR if in VMC with EIA on the ATIS. SVFR on the other hand (which is issued on pilot request) is separated so that is where you may be denied entry. Workload is certainly a reason you may be denied.
The EIA (at least at the 2 class D aerodromes I have worked at) is related to the MSA/LSALT for the IFR to be visual for a visual approach. I don't know MB but if the MSA is above 3000' that could be why there was EIA on the ATIS.
Thanks AWOL. If we have a lowering cloud base here then it is worth asking to come in at a lower level rather than ask for SVFR, then you will get a "not above" clearance.
Also anyone who is out there in the mimima for SVFR should probably be flying IFR anyway or safely on the ground!