Aviation English
Basic ATC

Qu'est-ce que Option ?

Option An ATC clearance that permits the pilot to perform a touch and go, stop and go, low approach, or full stop landing at the pilot’s discretion.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Option” Used in Practice?

Pilote : Tour, Cessna 45X demande l'option piste 12 pour entraînement.

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

Approche basseAutorisé à l'atterrissagePosé-décolléAutorisé

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Qu'est-ce que Option ?

An ATC clearance that permits the pilot to perform a touch and go, stop and go, low approach, or full stop landing at the pilot’s discretion.

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