can be in a simulator. Commercial pilots automatically receive the OTT rating. Germany In Germany VFR OTT (Flüge nach Sichtflugregeln über Wolkendecken) is allowed and regulated in §32 LuftVO. The requirements are: minimum height of above ground or water, minimum weather requirements for airspace E met pilot is capable of keeping the planned course approach and landing at destination in visual meteorological conditions (VMC) pilot possesses radiotelephony license Additionally the aircraft must be equipped with a VOR receiver or basic RNAV equipment. See also VFR-on-top References External links Canadian VFR OTT rules – CAR 602.116 US FAA VFR rules – FAR 91.155 German VFR OTT Rules – §32 LuftVO Aircraft operations