PA.VI.B.S6FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Skills
Use proper communication procedures when utilizing radar services.
Use proper communication procedures when utilizing radar services.
Bottom line
Pilots of arriving VFR aircraft should initiate radio contact on the publicized frequency with approach control when approximately 25 miles from the airport at which sequencing services are being provided. Pilots of arriving aircraft should contact approach control on the publicized frequency and give their position, altitude, aircraft call sign, type aircraft, radar beacon code (if transponder equipped), destination, and request traffic information.
FAA references
- AIM 6-2-1 (Radar Service for VFR Aircraft in Difficulty) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
- AIM 4-1-18 (Terminal Radar Services for VFR Aircraft) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
- PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-26) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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