Originally Posted by
llanfairpg
... Hows about we just use the Mk 1 eyeball more and lookout and dont try flying VFR in IMC. ...
Although in situations like this (Class G, likely below the TA, ground visible) the UK Instrument Flight Rules don't really add much to reduce the risk of hitting the ground or another aircraft vs the Visual Flight Rules.
As an aside, the IFR's don't add much for avoiding midairs below the TA (where most happen) even in IMC
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