Aviation English
Basic ATC

What is Report passing?

Report passing An instruction for the pilot to notify ATC when passing through a specific altitude or level.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Report passing” Used in Practice?

Descend to flight level two four zero, report passing flight level three one zero.

Certification Exam Relevance

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

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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What is Report passing?

An instruction for the pilot to notify ATC when passing through a specific altitude or level.

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