Flight rulesQuestion 86 of 934

At an airport with an operating control tower, what is required before a pilot taxis on a runway or taxiway?

  1. A flight plan filed with the tower
  2. An appropriate clearance from ATC
  3. A transponder code of 1200
  4. Radio contact with the FSS
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Correct answer: An appropriate clearance from ATC

No person may operate on a runway or taxiway, or take off or land, without an appropriate ATC clearance.

Source: 14 CFR Part 91, § 91.129 Operations in Class D airspace.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026