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ATC clearances and communicationsQuestion 205 of 351

Which ATC clearances must you comply with?

  1. All the clearances that you received and accepted
  2. Only the clearances that you read back
  3. Only the clearances received on the ground
  4. Only the clearances given in controlled airspace
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Correct answer: All the clearances that you received and accepted

The law requires compliance with all ATC clearances received and accepted.

Source: Canadian Aviation Regulations (SOR/96-433), CAR 602.31(1)(b) Compliance with Air Traffic Control Instructions and Clearances

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026