PA.X.D.R2FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Risk management
Collision hazards.
Collision hazards.
Bottom line
Pilots are responsible for seeing and avoiding other aircraft when flying under VFR or in VMC while flying under IFR. Under certain conditions, it is difficult to see other aircraft because of haze, sunlight, aircraft position, blind spots, and other factors. The pilot can contribute to collision avoidance by being alert and scanning for other aircraft, which is particularly important in the vicinity of an airport.
FAA references
- RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-8) — FAA-H-8083-2A
- PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-28) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- IFH Glossary (p. G-19) — FAA-H-8083-15B
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