PA.II.E.S1FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Skills

Receive and correctly read back clearances/instructions, if applicable.

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Receive and correctly read back clearances/instructions, if applicable.

Bottom line

If, at any time, there is uncertainty about any ATC instructions or clearances, ask ATC to “say again” or ask for progressive taxi instructions.

FAA references

  1. AIM 4-3-18 (Taxiing) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
  2. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-33) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-32) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. AC 91-73, para. 7g — AC No: 91-73B
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