CA.III.A.R3FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Risk management
Use of non-standard phraseology.
Use of non-standard phraseology.
Bottom line
The words “line up and wait” have replaced “position and hold” in directing you to taxi onto a runway and await takeoff clearance. When communicating with ATC or during crew briefings, each pilot should agree on the plan of action, ask for clarification, and question any inconsistency.
FAA references
- RMH ch. 6 (p. 6-4) — FAA-H-8083-2A
- PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-34) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- AIM 4-3-18 (Taxiing) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
- AIM 4-4-7 (Pilot Responsibility upon Clearance Issuance) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
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