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AA.VI.J.R1FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Risk management

Recalculating fuel reserves if assigned an unanticipated expect further clearance (EFC)...

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Recalculating fuel reserves if assigned an unanticipated expect further clearance (EFC) time.

Bottom line

A prolonged hold or increased headwinds can cut into the aircraft's fuel reserves. Fuel reserves matter because there is always a chance the pilot has to make a missed approach or go to an alternate. The ATC system may require route changes or holding, which may require more fuel than expected.

FAA references

  1. IPH ch. 3 (p. 3-16) — FAA-H-8083-16B
  2. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-8) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  3. RMH ch. 6 (p. 6-2) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  4. IPH ch. 2 (p. 2-51) — FAA-H-8083-16B
  5. IFH ch. 8 (p. 8-17) — FAA-H-8083-15B
  6. RMH ch. 5 (p. 5-1) — FAA-H-8083-2A
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