When Able
When used in
conjunction with ATC instructions, gives the pilot the latitude to
delay compliance until a condition or event has been reconciled.
Unlike "pilot discretion," when instructions are prefaced "when
able," the pilot is expected to seek the first opportunity to
comply...
Aero-Linx: The Beginner's Guide
to Aeronautics
This site was created at NASA Glenn as part of the Learning
Technologies Project (LTP). It is currently supported by the
Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate at NASA HQ through the
Educational Programs Office at NASA Glenn. The purpose for this web
site is to provide background information on basic aerodynamics as
teaching aids for math and science teachers.
"The economic downturn that plagued many industries in
the past two years has not spared aviation. Airports, however, are
optimistic about an increase in traffic as the economy begins to
show signs of recovery... "
Source: ACI-NA President Greg Principato,
addressing a downturn in U.S. Airport Traffic -- which dropped
nearly 6 Percent in 2009.
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