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Local Operations

JO 7110.65BB, Change 3, effective July 9, 2026 · Official text on faa.gov

Authorize local SVFR operations for a specified period (series of landings and takeoffs, etc.) upon request if the aircraft can be recalled when traffic or weather conditions require. Where warranted, LOAs may be consummated.
Phraseology

LOCAL SPECIAL V-F-R OPERATIONS IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF (name) AIRPORT ARE AUTHORIZED UNTIL (time). MAINTAIN SPECIAL V-F-R CONDITIONS.

Reference

FAA Order JO 7210.3, Para 4-3-2, Appropriate Subjects.
Control facilities may also authorize an FSS to transmit SVFR clearances so that only one aircraft at a time operates in the Class B, Class C, Class D, or Class E surface areas unless pilots agree that they will maintain visual separation with other aircraft operating in the Class B, Class C, Class D, or Class E surface areas. Such authorization concerning visual separation by pilots must be contained in a LOA between the control facility and the FSS.
Reference

FAA Order JO 7210.3, Para 4-3-3, Developing LOA.
FAA Order JO 7110.65, Para 2-1-4, Operational Priority.