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PA.XI.A.R4FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Risk management

Runway incursion.

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Runway incursion.

Bottom line

According to FAA data, approximately 65 percent of all runway incursions are caused by pilots. Always comply with “hold short” or crossing instructions when approaching an entrance to a runway.

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-32) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. RMH ch. 6 (p. 6-2) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  3. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-34) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. AIM 4-3-24 (Use of Aircraft Lights) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
  5. PHAK ch. 14 (p. 14-31) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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