What must we do enroute to use this exemption?

• A. File a new flight plan
• B. Land immediately
• C. Monitor weather at destination and all alternates
• D. Call ATC every minute

Answer: (C)

The key idea is that when operating under an exemption enroute, you must stay actively aware of weather conditions at your destination and at all potential alternates. Weather can change in flight, and the safety and feasibility of using the exemption depend on having acceptable conditions to land or divert if needed. By monitoring the destination’s and alternates’ weather along the way, you can determine whether you can continue as planned or must adjust your plan (for example, divert to an alternate that meets minimums) while still complying with the exemption’s requirements. This proactive weather awareness is essential for making safe, informed decisions during the flight. The other options aren’t inherently required by using the exemption: filing a new flight plan isn’t necessarily required just to use the exemption, landing immediately isn’t a mandated action unless conditions dictate, and calling ATC every minute isn’t a standard requirement for this scenario.