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SHORT TAKEOFF AND LANDING AIRCRAFT (STOL)

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

An aircraft which, at some weight within its approved operating weight, is capable of operating from a runway in compliance with the applicable STOL characteristics, airworthiness, operations, noise, and pollution standards.

See VERTICAL TAKEOFF AND LANDING AIRCRAFT (VTOL).

In the 7110.65

Used in 2 paragraphs of JO 7110.65BB.

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  2. 3-5-2Stol Runways