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"Jack" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message news:39A6066F.707EFD40@nospam.net...
> rmg1@my-deja.com wrote:
>
> > I do this (VFR on top) all the time. What is wrong with canceling your
> > IFR once in VFR...and then just
> > picking up an IFR once you get to your destination?
>
> It is stupid and dangerous.
> ------------

Then why is it permitted? In our part of the country, it's a common practice when weather permits.

AIM 5-1-13. Canceling IFR Flight Plan

b. An IFR flight plan may be canceled at any time the flight is operating in VFR conditions outside Class A airspace by pilots
stating "CANCEL MY IFR FLIGHT PLAN" to the controller or air/ground station with which they are communicating. Immediately after
canceling an IFR flight plan, a pilot should take the necessary action to change to the appropriate air/ground frequency, VFR radar
beacon code and VFR altitude or flight level.

c. ATC separation and information services will be discontinued, including radar services (where applicable). Consequently, if the
canceling flight desires VFR radar advisory service, the pilot must specifically request it.

NOTE-
Pilots must be aware that other procedures may be applicable to a flight that cancels an IFR flight plan within an area where a
special program, such as a designated TRSA, Class C airspace, or Class B airspace, has been established.

d. If a DVFR flight plan requirement exists, the pilot is responsible for filing this flight plan to replace the canceled IFR flight
plan. If a subsequent IFR operation becomes necessary, a new IFR flight plan must be filed and an ATC clearance obtained before
operating in IFR conditions.



Perry

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