I thought there were no restrictions on takeoff into IMC for Part 91 pilots. Now I find on the Takeoff Minimums and (Obstacle) Departure Procedures page L1 the following, "…."Part 91 prescribes standard takeoff rules and established takeoff minimums for certain operators as follows: (1) Aircraft having two engines or less - one statute mile. ….." Personally I would not take off unless I could get back into my departure airport or into a close takeoff alternate. I just want to get the story straight. The confusing part, and I think this is where the confusion comes from, is Part 91.175(F)(2)(i) which states, " For aircraft, other than helicopters, having two engines or less - 1 statute mile visibility." But the title of Part 91.175(f) states: "This paragraph applies to persons operating on aircraft under part 121, 125, 129, or 135 of this chapter." Now, why these rules, which apply to parts other than part 91, are listed under part 91 is confusing, but the question really is….do part 91 operators flying two engines or less have a 1sm limitation for takeoff or not? Can anyone shed some light on this? Thanks dbhooper1@live.com
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