IR.VI.E.K1FAA-S-ACS-8C · Nov 2023Knowledge
Elements related to the pilot’s responsibilities, and the environmental, operational, a...
Elements related to the pilot’s responsibilities, and the environmental, operational, and meteorological factors that affect landing from a straight-in or circling approach.
Bottom line
Landing minimums listed on the approach chart under "CIRCLING" apply when it is necessary to circle the airport, maneuver for landing, or when no straight-in minimums are specified on the approach chart. Recognize that the chances of being involved in an approach accident increase when some emergency or other activity distracts from usual procedures.
Key numbers
| Number | What it means |
|---|---|
| 300 ft obstacle clearance in the circling area | Circling OCA |
| parallel runways 1,200 ft or less apart | Side-step |
| 1,000 ft above airport elevation | Go-around IMC |
| 15 degrees once established on final | Bank on final |
FAA references
- IFH ch. 10 (p. 10-20) — FAA-H-8083-15B
- AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-6) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- IFH ch. 3 (p. 3-10) — FAA-H-8083-15B
- IPH ch. 4 (p. 4-39) — FAA-H-8083-16B
- RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-7) — FAA-H-8083-2A
- AFH ch. 5, Environmental Factors (p. 5-2) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- 14 CFR 91.176 (Straight-in landing operations below DA/DH or MDA using an enhanced flight vision system (EFVS) under IFR.) — eCFR current as of 2026-03-05
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