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What is Negative contact?

Negative contact Phrase used by pilots to indicate that they do not have visual contact with the reported traffic.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Negative contact” Used in Practice?

Approach, N521AB, negative contact, looking out for traffic.

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

Traffic in sightMaintain visual separationContact approachCleared visual approach

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What is Negative contact?

Phrase used by pilots to indicate that they do not have visual contact with the reported traffic.

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