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AI.II.I.K12FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Knowledge

Diversion and lost procedures.

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Diversion and lost procedures.

Bottom line

A flight diversion occurs when a pilot cannot make it to the planned destination and needs to divert safely and efficiently to an alternate destination. Risk management procedures become a priority during any type of flight diversion. If you become lost and cannot see a town or city, the first thing to do is climb, being mindful of traffic and weather conditions.

Key numbers

Key numbers for Diversion and lost procedures.
NumberWhat it means
2+ navaid azimuthsFix sources

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 16 (p. 16-34) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. RMH ch. 8 (pp. 8-3–8-4) — FAA-H-8083-2A
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