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Aviation abbreviation

# before encountering IFR conditions

BIFR

ABBR · Operations

At a glance

## Meaning of before encountering IFR conditions

BIFR stands for before encountering IFR conditions in FAA terminology.

### More about before encountering IFR conditions

This abbreviation is used in flight operations. The English reference lists before encountering IFR conditions with the abbreviation BIFR.

FAA abbreviations reflect US aviation usage. Their meaning and permitted use can differ in documents from other countries.

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