FlyCurrentFLYCURRENT
CA.II.D.K6eFAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Knowledge

e. Low visibility taxi operations

ACS element text (the applicant demonstrates understanding of)

Procedures for: e. Low visibility taxi operations

Bottom line

Of vital importance is the need for pilots to notify the controller when difficulties are encountered or at the first indication of becoming disoriented.

Key numbers

Key numbers for e. Low visibility taxi operations
NumberWhat it means
1,200 ft RVR to 500 ft RVR, and less than 500 ft RVRTaxi plan levels

FAA references

  1. AIM 4-3-19 (Taxi During Low Visibility) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
  2. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-32) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. AIM 4-3-20 (Standard Taxi Routes) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
  4. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-34) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  5. AC 91-73, para. 7b — AC No: 91-73B
Members lesson

Build understanding you can use

Unlock the full lesson and continue studying this element.

  • Full teaching sections: What it is; Key points; Rules and numbers; How it is done
  • Check your understanding with answers you can reveal
  • Common mistakes paired with the FAA facts that correct them
View membership options