AA.II.A.K7FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Knowledge
Operations specifications, management specifications, or letters of authorization apply...
Operations specifications, management specifications, or letters of authorization applying to a particular aircraft and operation, if applicable.
Bottom line
A Category II or Category III pilot authorization is issued by a letter of authorization as part of an applicant's instrument rating or airline transport pilot certificate. For Category III operations, each initial limitation is specified in the authorization document.
Key numbers
| Number | What it means |
|---|---|
| 1,600 feet RVR | Cat II RVR |
| 150-foot decision height | Cat II DH |
FAA references
- 14 CFR 61.13 (Issuance of airman certificates, ratings, and authorizations.) — eCFR current as of 2026-03-05
- 14 CFR 61.169 (Letters of authorization for institutions of higher education.) — eCFR current as of 2026-03-05
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