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Which item is part of the day-VFR minimum equipment list?

Choices

✓ Airspeed indicatorcorrect
The airspeed indicator is the first item in the ATOMATOFLAMES day-VFR list.
An attitude indicator (artificial horizon)
An attitude indicator is not required for day VFR under 91.205.
A VOR receiver
A VOR receiver is not a day-VFR minimum-equipment item.
A landing light
A landing light is only required at night for aircraft operated for hire.

Why

Day-VFR minimum equipment (ATOMATOFLAMES) includes an airspeed indicator, altimeter, magnetic compass, tachometer, oil pressure and temperature gauges, fuel gauge, anti-collision lights, ELT, and seatbelts, among others.

FAA source: 14 CFR 91.205browse the reference library →

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