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A student pilot on a VFR flight has been given a radar vector by ATC. Ahead, at a lower altitude, is a solid overcast cloud condition. The pilot should
Question 6.14 of TP 11919E, Department of Transport, Canada; reproduced with the Department's permission.
TC's answer
2alter heading as necessary to remain VFR and advise ATC.
Explanation
TC AIM RAC 1.5.4: the pilot on VFR vectors is responsible for "avoiding weather below VFR minima," and "if a vector will lead a VFR flight into IFR weather conditions, the pilot must inform the controller and take the following action: (a) if practicable, obtain a vector which will allow the flight to remain in VFR weather conditions; or (b) if an alternative vector is not practicable, revert to navigation without assistance." So you turn as needed to stay VFR and tell ATC.
Memory tip: Turn to stay VFR, then tell ATC.
Source
TC AIM RAC 1.5.4 (October 1, 2026); CARs 401.19 (student pilot permit privileges), 401.44 and 401.45 (VFR OTT rating).
Question 6.14 of TP 11919E, Study and Reference Guide: Student Pilot Permit or Private Pilot Licence for Foreign and Military Applicants, Aviation Regulations (7th ed., December 2022), Department of Transport, Canada; reproduced with the Department's permission. The keyed answer agrees with Transport Canada's published answer key (December 2022); the explanation is TC Exam Prep's.
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