View-limiting device: Difference between revisions

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In [[aviation]] training, a '''view-limiting device''' simulates [[instrument meteorological conditions]] (IMC) by restricting a pilot's [[field of view]] only to the [[Control panel (engineering)|instrumentflight panelinstruments]]. They are worn by pilots who are working toward an [[instrument rating]], which allows a pilot to fly intounder [[instrument flight rules]] in conditions that do not permit [[visual flight]]. They are also used by instrument-rated pilots forwhile practicing instrument flight to maintain currency for acting as pilot in command under [[instrument flight rules]].<ref>{{Cite web

| title = Sec. 61.57: Recent flight experience: Pilot in command

| work = [[Federal Aviation Regulations]]

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Examples include [[foggles]] and the IFR hood. Foggles are glasses that have been frosted on the top half to simulate [[Fog|foggy]] conditions.

==See also==

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[[Category:Flight training]]

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