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RELEASE TIME

Pilot/Controller Glossary with JO 7110.65BB, Change 3, effective July 9, 2026 · Official text on faa.gov

A departure time restriction issued to a pilot by ATC (either directly or through an authorized relay) when necessary to separate a departing aircraft from other traffic.

See RELEASE TIME ICAO.

ICAO definition

Time prior to which an aircraft should be given further clearance or prior to which it should not proceed in case of radio failure.

In the 7110.65

Used in 4 paragraphs of JO 7110.65BB.

  1. 4-3-4Departure Release, Hold for Release, Release Times, Departure Restrictions, and Clearance Void Times
  2. 9-2-19Weather Reconnaissance Flights
  3. 10-4-1Traffic Restrictions
  4. 11-1-2Duties and Responsibilities