Aviation English
Basic ATC

What is Touch and go?

Touch and go A maneuver in which an aircraft lands on a runway and immediately takes off again without coming to a full stop.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Touch and go” Used in Practice?

Pilot: Tower, N8123A is on final for touch and go, runway 17.

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 Touch and go?

A maneuver in which an aircraft lands on a runway and immediately takes off again without coming to a full stop.

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