VFR/IFR flight plans
I admit it, I'm confused.
I just spent ages poring over the AIM to sort out what sort of flight plan I should file.
I've got PPL/IMC/night, and I'm leaving from an uncontrolled field, going to an airport in Class D. Most likely type of flying is through the clouds to get VMC on top. I want to file a flight plan as I'll be over the sea and rough terrain for much of the flight.
So, I won't be VMC all the way - I think this means I have to file IFR - correct? If so, can I fly IFR in class D with an IMC rating (ie no IR)?. . . .Finally, do I fax the flight plan to to my destination, or to the parent ATSU (Manchester in my case)?
Please help!. .Thanks