If you have not received landing clearance at or after ACA(H), what is the proper procedure?

If you have not received landing clearance at or after ACA(H), what is the proper procedure?

• A. Descend below ACA to land as soon as possible
• B. Go around at ACA and not below
• C. Proceed to land while awaiting clearance
• D. Contact ATC and continue the approach

Answer: (B)

Not receiving landing clearance by the ACA point means you must execute a go-around. At that point you initiate the published missed approach, climb or maneuver as required, and you must not descend below the published minimums. This ensures you stay clear of obstacles and maintain proper separation while you obtain proper clearance from ATC. After starting the go-around, contact ATC to receive further instructions—whether to resume the approach from a safe point or to issue an alternate clearance. Descending to land or continuing the approach without clearance would be unsafe and is not permitted.

Not receiving landing clearance by the ACA point means you must execute a go-around. At that point you initiate the published missed approach, climb or maneuver as required, and you must not descend below the published minimums. This ensures you stay clear of obstacles and maintain proper separation while you obtain proper clearance from ATC. After starting the go-around, contact ATC to receive further instructions—whether to resume the approach from a safe point or to issue an alternate clearance. Descending to land or continuing the approach without clearance would be unsafe and is not permitted.