VFRBimbler wrote:An insight from a controller’s perspective would certainly be of interest to me.
One of the most recent comments on the aforementioned YT video was made by an ATCO. The gist is that they have zero interest in cloud separation outside the ATZ when it comes to compliance (or otherwise) with VFR.
I like some of TFR's stuff but on more than one occasion he has drawn attention to his desire to strictly comply with Class D VFR cloud separation minima. With respect, my personal opinion is that this hasn't done him any favours as it either forces one to fly impractically in order to remain compliant (descending towards an ATZ to maintain 1000' vertical clearance from reported FEW cloud) or it draws attention to the occasion where your otherwise strict compliance wavers.
Even before the rules change back, I will be prepared to merely remain clear of cloud and in sight of the surface when transiting Class D whilst giving no further thought to vertical or horizontal cloud separation beyond asking myself if I can still apply the principle of see and avoid.