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Single Frequency Approaches (SFA)

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

TERMINAL

Where SFA procedures for military single‐piloted turbojet aircraft on an IFR flight plan are contained in a letter of agreement, do not require a radio frequency change after the aircraft begins approach or after initial contact during an en route descent until a landing or low approach has been completed except under the following conditions:

  1. During daylight hours while the aircraft is in VFR conditions.
  2. On pilot request.
  3. When pilot cancels IFR flight plan.
  4. In an emergency situation.
  5. When aircraft is cleared for visual approach.