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Control Transfer

JO 7110.65BB, Change 3, effective July 9, 2026 · Official text on faa.gov

Transfer control of an aircraft in accordance with the following conditions:
1. At a prescribed or coordinated location, time, fix, or altitude; or,
2. At the time a radar handoff and frequency change to the receiving controller have been completed and when authorized by a facility directive or letter of agreement which specifies the type and extent of control that is transferred.
  Reference
  
  FAA Order JO 7110.65, Para 2-1-14, Coordinate Use of Airspace.
  FAA Order JO 7110.65, Para 5-4-5, Transferring Controller Handoff.
  FAA Order JO 7110.65, Para 5-4-6, Receiving Controller Handoff.
Transfer control of an aircraft only after eliminating any potential conflict with other aircraft for which you have separation responsibility.
Assume control of an aircraft only after it is in your area of jurisdiction unless specifically coordinated or as specified by letter of agreement or a facility directive.