JO 7110.65 — Air Traffic Control

JO 7110.65 4-2-7

ALTRV CLEARANCE

This reproduces published FAA reference text for study. It does not replace the current official FAA publication or regulation.

Use the phrase “via approved altitude reservation flight plan,” if the aircraft will operate in an approved ALTRV.

PHRASEOLOGY-

VIA APPROVED ALTITUDE RESERVATION (mission name) FLIGHT PLAN.

NOTE-

An ALTRV normally includes the departure, climb, cruise, and arrival phases of flight up to and including holding pattern or point/time at which ATC provides separation between aircraft.

REFERENCE-

FAA Order JO 7110.65, Para 4-3-3 , Abbreviated Departure Clearance.

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