PA.XI.A.K6FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Knowledge
Night taxi operations.
Night taxi operations.
Bottom line
Extra caution should be used when directed by ATC to taxi onto or across a runway, especially at night and during reduced visibility conditions. Pay close attention when instructed to “line up and wait,” especially at night or during periods of low visibility. Scan the full length of the runway and the final approaches before entering or crossing any runway, even if ATC has issued a clearance.
FAA references
- PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-34) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- AFH ch. 13 (pp. 13-14–13-15) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AIM 4-3-19 (Taxi During Low Visibility) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
- AFH Glossary (p. G-12) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AIM 4-3-17 (VFR Helicopter Operations at Controlled Airports) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
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