Aviation English
Basic ATC

What is Vacate runway?

Vacate runway An instruction to exit the runway at the nearest suitable exit.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Vacate runway” Used in Practice?

ATC instructs: 'Vacate runway at taxiway Bravo, hold short of taxiway Charlie.'

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 Vacate runway?

An instruction to exit the runway at the nearest suitable exit.

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