AI.II.B.K3FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Knowledge
“See and Avoid” responsibilities.
“See and Avoid” responsibilities.
Bottom line
The general operating and flight rules in 14 CFR part 91 set forth the concept of "see and avoid." Pilots are responsible for seeing and avoiding other aircraft when flying under VFR or in VMC while flying under IFR.
Key numbers
| Number | What it means |
|---|---|
| Each eye movement should not exceed 10 degrees | Scan movement |
| Each area observed for at least 1 second | Dwell time |
| Most midair collisions within 5 miles of an airport | Collision zone |
FAA references
- AFH ch. 1 (pp. 1-10–1-12) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-8) — FAA-H-8083-2A
- AC 90-48 ch. 4 — AC No: 90-48E
- PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-28) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- AIH ch. 9 (p. 9-11) — FAA-H-8083-9B
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