Aeronautical Information Manual Clearance Jet 
Pilot Institute
JUNE 19, 2025
Visual runways feature aiming point markings (described later on in this article) if the runway is 4,000ft or longer or used by jet aircraft. The Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) defines the touchdown zone as the first 3,000 feet of the runway beginning at the threshold, and the touchdown zone markers are spaced 500 ft apart.
Northstar VFR
MAY 9, 2024
After my husband and I both became Private Pilots , we moved across the country, and our home airport became a very busy Class C airport, which included a control tower, commercial and business jets , and heavy helicopter tour traffic. Choose your airport and frequency, then listen to real-time audio between pilots and ATC.
Pilot Institute
APRIL 26, 2024
The FAA’s Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) is a fantastic resource. Practice requesting and receiving clearances. Before you request your first clearance, follow these inflight tips. Be Ready to Receive the Clearance After you have requested a clearance from ATC, ensure you are ready to receive it.
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