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CA.II.F.R2FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Risk management

Unexpected runway changes by air traffic control (ATC).

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Unexpected runway changes by air traffic control (ATC).

Bottom line

You should review NOTAMs in your preflight planning to determine any airport changes that will affect your departure or arrival. Errors can often be reduced by working deliberately at a comfortable pace.

FAA references

  1. AIH ch. 3 (pp. 3-33–3-34) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  2. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-35) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. PHAK ch. 9 (p. 9-4) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-10) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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