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IR.VII.A.S2FAA-S-ACS-8C · Nov 2023Skills

Simulate actions to re-establish communication.

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Simulate actions to re-establish communication.

Bottom line

While following these procedures, set the transponder to code 7600, and use all means possible to reestablish two-way radio communication with ATC. If only the transmitter is inoperative, listen for ATC instructions on any operational receiver, including the navigation receivers.

FAA references

  1. IFH ch. 11 (p. 11-9) — FAA-H-8083-15B
  2. IPH ch. 2 (p. 2-47) — FAA-H-8083-16B
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