To land on an instrument approach, which of the following are required to be visible?

• A. All of the above
• B. Flight visibility
• C. Position to make normal landing using normal maneuvers
• D. Runway environment insight

Answer: (A)

Landing from an instrument approach relies on having enough visual information to safely transition from relying on instruments to a normal, landing configuration. You must have the required flight visibility, meaning the visibility specified for the approach is met. You also need to be in a position where you can complete the landing using normal maneuvers, i.e., you’re aligned with the runway and on a stable path so standard controls will suffice. Finally, you must have the runway environment in sight, so you can identify the runway, lights, and other cues that confirm you’re over the intended landing area. When all three conditions are met, continuing the landing is appropriate; otherwise, a go-around is required. That’s why all of the above is the best answer.