Originally Posted by
Check Airman
In SFO, it is special handling. They’re not asking a pilot on a VFR flight plan to shoot an ILS. They’re asking an IFR crew to look outside and fly. If they can’t (or aren’t allowed to) do that in VMC, expect lengthy delays.
The whole operation isn’t going to stop because they want/need an ILS. Following an aircraft to the runway is something every student pilot learns how to do.
If you’re flying into a major US airfield, plan for the instrument AND the visual approach. That way you won’t get caught napping.
Nothing has to stop
All that is needed is a couple of minutes of gap. Slow a couple of inbounds by a minute each, or 4 byv30 seconds etc. and hey presto...The job of ATC.