Originally Posted by
extralite
Mr Approach...Usually departing into Class G airspace so don't need a clearance even when IFR and so can depart, when at altitude establish coms with ATC and get a clearance if needed. If a clearance is required at 1500 feet, and there is cloud at 1000...that would be a problem that doesnt seem to have an easy solution.
Try reading Mr Approach's post again, cause he actually answers you "problem" quite well.