Originally Posted by
Golf Alpha Whisky
Talkdownman - do I assume then that as a bog standard PPL which I am (non IMC / IR / NR) then it is unlikely that SFVR will ever apply? That is what I was trying to get my head around - say flying from Aberdeen (Class D) - (Heathrow / Class A does not apply!) as a non IMC pilot I cannot think of a scenario where I would / could fly SVFR? Thanks!
Dublinpilot has said it really. As a bog-standard PPL you have the most to gain! Subject to ATC clearance you may enter the PD CTR for whatever reason without IF capability in less tha VMC without having to worry about the 1000 ft low-flying rule PROVIDED that you ensure that you can alight clear, remain clear of cloud, in sight of the surface and maintain 10km flight vis. Plus you will get the added bonus of separation. Trouble is if you have all that you have probably got VMC anyway and a VFR clearance would probably be more appropriate unless you were desperate for ATC separation. In your case a SVFR clearance would come into its own at night when VFR flight is not permitted, you are not IFR capable, and you have a need to be in the PD CTR at night.