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Right of way and collision avoidanceQuestion 9 of 351

You overtake another aircraft, and the relative positions then change. When does your duty to give way end?

  1. When you are above it.
  2. When you can see it ahead.
  3. When you have entirely passed and are clear of it.
  4. When you are level with it.
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Correct answer: When you have entirely passed and are clear of it.

Your duty ends only when you have entirely passed and are clear of the other aircraft.

Source: Canadian Aviation Regulations (SOR/96-433), CAR 602.19(6) Right of Way — General

Practice right of way and collision avoidance

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026