AIM
4/3/14
5−5−3
Pilot/Controller Roles and Responsibilities
(c)
Instructed to do so by ATC.
2.
Advises ATC that a missed approach will be
made. Include the reason for the missed approach
unless the missed approach is initiated by ATC.
3.
Complies with the missed approach instruc-
tions for the IAP being executed from the MAP,
unless other missed approach instructions are
specified by ATC.
4.
If executing a missed approach prior to
reaching the MAP, fly the lateral navigation path of
the instrument procedure to the MAP. Climb to the
altitude specified in the missed approach procedure,
except when a maximum altitude is specified
between the final approach fix (FAF) and the MAP. In
that case, comply with the maximum altitude
restriction. Note, this may require a continued
descent on the final approach.
5.
Following a missed approach, requests
clearance for specific action; i.e., another approach,
hold for improved conditions, proceed to an alternate
airport, etc.
b. Controller.
1.
Issues an approved alternate missed approach
procedure if it is desired that the pilot execute a
procedure other than as depicted on the instrument
approach chart.
2.
May vector a radar identified aircraft
executing a missed approach when operationally
advantageous to the pilot or the controller.
3.
In response to the pilot’s stated intentions,
issues a clearance to an alternate airport, to a holding
fix, or for reentry into the approach sequence, as
traffic conditions permit.
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6. Radar Vectors
a. Pilot.
1.
Promptly complies with headings and
altitudes assigned to you by the controller.
2.
Questions any assigned heading or altitude
believed to be incorrect.
3.
If operating VFR and compliance with any
radar vector or altitude would cause a violation of any
CFR, advises ATC and obtains a revised clearance or
instructions.
b. Controller.
1.
Vectors aircraft in Class A, Class B, Class C,
Class D, and Class E airspace:
(a)
For separation.
(b)
For noise abatement.
(c)
To obtain an operational advantage for the
pilot or controller.
2.
Vectors aircraft in Class A, Class B, Class C,
Class D, Class E, and Class G airspace when
requested by the pilot.
3.
Vectors IFR aircraft at or above minimum
vectoring altitudes.
4.
May vector VFR aircraft, not at an ATC
assigned altitude, at any altitude. In these cases,
terrain separation is the pilot’s responsibility.
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7. Safety Alert
a. Pilot.
1.
Initiates appropriate action if a safety alert is
received from ATC.
2.
Be aware that this service is not always
available and that many factors affect the ability of
the controller to be aware of a situation in which
unsafe proximity to terrain, obstructions, or another
aircraft may be developing.
b. Controller.
1.
Issues a safety alert if aware an aircraft under
their control is at an altitude which, in the controller’s
judgment, places the aircraft in unsafe proximity to
terrain, obstructions or another aircraft. Types of
safety alerts are:
(a) Terrain or Obstruction Alert.
Immedi-
ately issued to an aircraft under their control if aware
the aircraft is at an altitude believed to place the
aircraft in unsafe proximity to terrain or obstructions.
(b) Aircraft Conflict Alert.
Immediately
issued to an aircraft under their control if aware of an
aircraft not under their control at an altitude believed
to place the aircraft in unsafe proximity to each other.
With the alert, they offer the pilot an alternative, if
feasible.
2.
Discontinue further alerts if informed by the
pilot action is being taken to correct the situation or
that the other aircraft is in sight.