What is the minimum visibility requirement for Class G airspace during the day, when the flight is above 1200 feet AGL but below 10,000 feet MSL?

The minimum visibility requirement for Class G airspace during the day, when flying above 1200 feet AGL but below 10,000 feet MSL, is indeed 3 statute miles (SM). This requirement ensures that pilots have adequate visibility to maintain visual contact with the ground and other aircraft, enhancing safety by helping to avoid collisions and allowing for better situational awareness.

In Class G airspace during the day, this visibility minimum is aligned with regulations that aim to maintain a safe flying environment, particularly for operations that may not be conducted under instrument flight rules (IFR). It allows pilots to operate in less restrictive airspace without compromising safety, as long as they can see and avoid other traffic and any obstacles.

This visibility requirement is lower than what is mandated for higher airspace or during night operations, reflecting the general conditions that tend to prevail during daytime flying. In contrast, requirements for night and other airspace classifications typically necessitate greater visibility and cloud clearance standards.