Aviation English
Basic ATC

What is Cleared?

Cleared An explicit authorization by ATC for a pilot to proceed under specified conditions within controlled airspace.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Cleared” Used in Practice?

Tower, American 231 is cleared for take-off runway 27L.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

Related Aviation English Terms

MaintainOceanic ClearanceController-Pilot Data Link CommunicationsController-Pilot Data Link Communications

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What is Cleared?

An explicit authorization by ATC for a pilot to proceed under specified conditions within controlled airspace.

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