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AI.VII.M.R3bFAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Risk management

b. Land and hold short operations (LAHSO)

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Planning for: b. Land and hold short operations (LAHSO)

Bottom line

If issued a land and hold short clearance, you must be aware of the reduced runway distances and whether or not you can comply before accepting the clearance. Pilots should only receive a LAHSO clearance when there is a minimum ceiling of 1,000 feet and 3 statute miles visibility.

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-10) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. AIM 4-3-11 (Pilot Responsibilities When Conducting Land and Hold Short Operations (LAHSO)) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
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