Figure 4-2 Position Reports

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A second situation arises when a frequency switch occurs at a reporting point in a non-radar

environment. When initially checking in with a new controller, it is always prudent to give your

altitude.

Example

CENTER:

"KATT 812, Houston Center, roger."

CENTER:

"KATT 812, radar contact lost, contact Houston

Center on 281.7"

SNFO/SWSO:

"KATT 812, switching 281.7."

Assume you are over AEX, a solid triangle on your chart, when you are given a frequency

switch.

SNFO/SWSO:

"Houston Center, KATT 812, Alexandria, 9000."

NOTE

In this example, we are combining IFR rules with reporting

procedures when not in radar contact. Initial check-in with ATC

requires an altitude call when in a radar environment, but the

altitude call is not required in a non-radar environment. It is good

headwork to always check in with an altitude call.

After the initial contact over a reporting point, Center may respond with "go ahead" if they desire

a complete position report. The report is formatted into seven parts that can be found on the

back cover of the IFR Enroute Supplement and in Section B of the Flight Information Handbook.

You will use this format in your military career. (Figure 4-2.)

Figure 4-2 Position Reports

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