According to Envoy OPS SPECS, when can lower than standard minimums be used?

Lower than standard minimums can be utilized when visual references are available, as specified in the operational specifications for Envoy. This guideline allows pilots to assess their ability to safely land the aircraft based on visual cues available at the time, such as elements of the runway or its environment that can be seen. It highlights the importance of situational awareness and the pilot's judgment in determining safe landing conditions.

Using lower than standard minimums effectively requires that visual references provide enough information for the pilot to ensure a safe landing. This approach acknowledges that in certain circumstances, such as clear visibility of the runway at low altitudes, pilots can operate safely even if the standard minimums are not met.

While night flying and inclement weather are situations that both present unique challenges, they do not automatically grant permission to use reduced minimums unless those visual references are indeed available. Thus, the focus remains on the presence of visible references that equate to safety rather than simply conditions or times of day.