What are the minimum fuel requirements for Day VFR operations (single-engine) under 14 CFR 135?

• A. Fly to the first airport of intended landing, then at least 30 minutes at normal cruising speed
• B. Fly to the destination then 60 minutes
• C. Fly to the first airport and then 15 minutes
• D. Fly to the alternate and 30 minutes

Answer: (A)

The key point is how Part 135 requires you to plan fuel for Day VFR single-engine operations. You must carry enough fuel to fly to the first airport of intended landing and then have a 30-minute reserve at normal cruising speed. That 30-minute buffer gives you a safety margin for unexpected delays, weather deviations, or minor routing changes.

Why this fits the rule: it provides a clear, minimal safety cushion focused on reaching the destination and having a practical, small reserve. It does not require planning to an alternate airport for Day VFR under Part 135, which is why options that emphasize an alternate or a longer reserve aren’t the correct standard minimum for this scenario. The 60-minute reserve would exceed the required minimum, and 15 minutes would be insufficient.

So, planning to the destination plus 30 minutes of reserve aligns with the Day VFR single-engine fuel requirement.