3-1-13. ESTABLISHING TWO-WAY COMMUNICATIONS

3-1-13. ESTABLISHING TWO-WAY COMMUNICATIONS

Pilots are required to establish two-way radio communications before entering the Class D airspace. If the controller responds to a radio call with, “(a/c call sign) standby,” radio communications have been established and the pilot can enter the Class D airspace. If workload or traffic conditions prevent immediate provision of airport traffic control services, inform the pilot to remain outside the Class D airspace until conditions permit the services to be provided.

• PHRASEOLOGY
• (A/c call sign) REMAIN OUTSIDE DELTA AIRSPACE AND STANDBY.

• REFERENCE
• FAA Order JO 7110.65, Para 7-2-1, Visual Separation.