AI.V.D.S1FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Skills

Receive and correctly read back clearances/instructions, if applicable.

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Receive and correctly read back clearances/instructions, if applicable.

Bottom line

If, at any time, there is uncertainty about any ATC instructions or clearances, ask ATC to “say again” or ask for progressive taxi instructions.

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-32) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. AIM 4-3-18 (Taxiing) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
  3. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-33) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. AC 91-73, para. 7b — AC No: 91-73B
  5. AFH ch. 2 (p. 2-19) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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