Definition
CLEARANCE LIMIT
The fix, point, or location to which an aircraft is cleared when issued an air traffic clearance.
- See: ICAO term CLEARANCE LIMIT
Source: FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary (verbatim from the Federal Aviation Regulations).
Where This Term Is Used
- 14 CFR § 91.1037 — § 91.1037 Large transport category airplanes: Turbine engine powered; Limitations; Destination and alternate airports.
- 14 CFR § 91.185 — § 91.185 IFR operations: Two-way radio communications failure.
- 14 CFR § 91.905 — § 91.905 List of rules subject to waivers.
- 14 CFR § 91.175 — § 91.175 Takeoff and landing under IFR.
- 14 CFR § 91.131 — § 91.131 Operations in Class B airspace.
5 sections reference this term in their FAR Decoded content.