Basic ATC

Runway vacated

Confirmation that the aircraft has exited the runway.

Quick answer: Confirmation that the aircraft has exited the runway.

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Quick answer

Confirmation that the aircraft has exited the runway.

Why it matters

Runway vacated matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Runway vacated?

In this glossary, Runway vacated refers to: Confirmation that the aircraft has exited the runway.

How is Runway vacated used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Pilot reports: 'Runway vacated, taxiing to gate via taxiway Alpha.'"

Why does Runway vacated matter in aviation?

Runway vacated matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses Runway vacated?

Runway vacated is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Runway vacated belong to?

In this glossary, Runway vacated is grouped under Basic ATC. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

Confirmation that the aircraft has exited the runway.

Operational example

Pilot reports: 'Runway vacated, taxiing to gate via taxiway Alpha.'

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Basic ATC

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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