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Radio communicationsQuestion 806 of 934

ATC tells a VFR pilot to follow a preceding aircraft. May the pilot comply with the clearances issued to that aircraft?

  1. No. The instruction gives no authority to follow its clearances
  2. Yes. The pilot may copy every clearance given to the preceding aircraft
  3. Yes, but only the altitude clearances
  4. Yes, but only the heading instructions
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Correct answer: No. The instruction gives no authority to follow its clearances

The instruction to follow does not authorize compliance with any ATC clearance or instruction issued to the preceding aircraft.

Source: Aeronautical Information Manual (FAA, Basic with Change 3, 9 July 2026), AIM 4-1-18 Terminal Radar Services for VFR Aircraft, page 219

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026