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Readback: September 2022

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Key Takeaways:

  • The Pilot-in-Command (PIC) retains ultimate authority to make safety decisions, such as initiating a go-around, even when cleared to land by Air Traffic Control (ATC), emphasizing that pilot comfort and judgment supersede ATC instructions in such situations.
  • Pilots should generally avoid mixing elements of different instrument approach procedures (e.g., using one approach's path with another's minimums) as the prescribed minimums and flight paths are designed for specific safety criteria, such as obstacle clearance.
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Cleared to Land. Again.

It is always interesting to hear ATC’s side of the story—in particular Elim Hawkins’ response to Runway Separation in April’s “Questions Answered.” After 60 years of flying I’ve pretty much seen it all and this one was and is no different. I fly into OSH every year and enjoy the arrival procedures and challenges. However, sometimes ATC needs to see it from the pilot’s perspective and responsibilities and understand the PIC has the last word.

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