What happens when ATC gives you a phone number?

Most of the time, if a controller gives you a phone number, it's not good news. Generally it means you've made a serious error and there is a chance that you will suffer some punitive consequences as a result of that mistake.

What happens when ATC tells you to call a number?

So, ATC wants to identify the pilot and obtain his or her information. And if you make the call, you will be providing the FAA with the connection between the aircraft operation and you, the pilot. ATC may also want to discuss what happened.

What does it mean when ATC gives a pilot a phone number?

In a lot of ATC videos, if the pilot misses a direction, the ATC politely tells them to call a number (presumably ATC investigators).

What happens if I dont call ATC?

If you don't call, there is zero penalty for doing so. If the FAA wants to bring an enforcement action, the FAA generally needs to do it with evidence independent of the pilot's statements. Further, the lack of cooperation or statements by the pilot is not admissible as evidence of guilt in an NTSB hearing.

What happens when you get a possible pilot deviation?

Some of the penalties of pilot deviation can be no action, a warning notice or letter of correction, certificate suspension, civil penalties, retraining, and even certificate revocation. It is really important to understand how severe the consequences can be.

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What is a Brasher warning?

The “Brasher Notification,” or “Brasher Warning” is intended to provide the involved flight crew with an opportunity to make note of the occurrence and collect their thoughts for future coordination with Flight Standards regarding enforcement actions or operator training.

What is a 709 ride?

The 709 ride refers to the FAA's authority to re-examine an airman holding a certificate (pilot, flight instructor, airframe and powerplant etc.) at any time pursuant to 49 U.S.C. 44709(a).

What is a Checkride failure?

A checkride failure requires the pilot applicant to return to their flight instructor for remedial flight training, before making another attempt at completing the checkride by demonstrating the failed maneuvers.

What is a pilot deviation?

Pilot Deviations… here's how the FAA defines a pilot deviation: the actions of a pilot that result in the violation of a Federal Aviation Regulation or a North American Aerospace Defense Command Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) tolerance.

How long does an FAA incident stay on your record?

The expunction of accident or incident cases will expunge 5 years after the date of the occurrence or the event date. If an additional event occurs within 5 years, neither case will expunge until there is a 5-year period free of accidents or incidents.

What is the clearance limit?

Clearance Limits

Formally, a clearance limit is the fix, point, or location to which an aircraft is cleared when issued an air traffic clearance. The clearance issued prior to departure normally authorizes flight to the airport of intended landing.

How do you prevent runway incursions?

When can you deviate from an ATC clearance?

(a) When an ATC clearance has been obtained, no pilot in command may deviate from that clearance unless an amended clearance is obtained, an emergency exists, or the deviation is in response to a traffic alert and collision avoidance system resolution advisory.

Can pilots ignore ATC?

In case of emergencies, yes. The pilot in command has the final authority and responsibility for safety of the flight and can disobey ATC commands in case of emergencies.

Does ATC tell you when to descend?

According to the FAA, when ATC issues a clearance to descend at pilot's discretion (PD), pilots may begin the descent whenever they choose, and at any rate of their choosing. Pilots are also authorized to level off, temporarily, at any intermediate altitude during the descent.

Can ATC assign an ODP?

As a general rule, ATC will only assign an ODP from a non-towered airport when compliance with the ODP is necessary for aircraft to aircraft separation. Pilots may use the ODP to help ensure separation from terrain and obstacles.

What does line up and wait mean?

According to the Aeronautical Information Manual, “Line up and wait is an air traffic control (ATC) procedure designed to position an aircraft onto the runway for an imminent departure.

How many runway incursions are there?

Air traffic control towers in the United States handle approxi- mately 63 million takeoffs and landings each year; thus, the current rate of runway incursions in the United States is about five incursions per million operations.

What is ASDE in aviation?

Airport Surface Detection System — Model X (ASDE-X) is a surveillance system using radar, multilateration and satellite technology that allows air traffic controllers to track surface movement of aircraft and vehicles. It was developed to help reduce critical Category A and B runway incursions.

What are the maximum holding speeds?

International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) maximum holding speeds are as follows: Holding altitude 14000' or below - 230 KIAS. Holding altitude above 14000' to 20000' - 240 KIAS. Holding altitude above 20000' to 34000' - 265 KIAS.

Which clearance procedures may be issued by ATC?

What response is expected when ATC issues an IFR clearance?

When ATC issues an IFR clearance to pilots of airborne aircraft, pilots must respond by reading back those parts containing altitude assignments or vectors and any part requiring verification. This is mandatory.

What is an FAA violation?

Airspace Violations

If you enter a controlled airspace without first meeting the proper requirements, you're committing an airspace violation. These can also occur if you enter a restricted area or somewhere that has a temporary flight restriction.

What will disqualify you from being a pilot?

Having a Criminal Record

Having any offenses related to alcohol or drugs on your record is enough for immediate disqualification. And although not all types of crime will prevent you from getting a private pilot license, they are likely to prevent you from pursuing a career as an airline pilot.

What is an FAA enforcement action?

The Enforcement Division initiates legal enforcement actions to address noncompliance by regulated entities and persons including certificate actions, civil penalty actions, and informal procedures and settlements.