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Advance Descent Clearance

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

EN ROUTE

Take the following action when exercising control of aircraft landing at an airport located in an adjacent center's control area near the common boundary:

  1. Coordinate with the receiving facility for a lower altitude and issue a clearance to the aircraft as appropriate.
  2. Initiate this action at a distance sufficient from destination to allow for normal descent and speed reduction.