... same reason it's legal to depart below takeoff minimums if part 91. It's not necessarily a good idea, but shouldn't be regulatorily mandated.


I have never figured that one out, especially when uninformed, innocent passengers are involved.

All things carry risk. It is up to the pilot in command to decide
whether the risk is worth the benefit.

Jose
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