As a pilot, you should understand what the various ATIS remarks/commands mean and how you should respond as a pilot.
| ATIS Remarks | ATC Intention | Actions as a Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| No Intersection Departures | The ATC would like pilots to use the full length of the runway | Proceed to hold short at the end of the runway |
| Intersection Departures OK | ATC will allow pilots to take off from intersections | If your plane does not require the full length, you may hold short at an intersection and ask for takeoff |
| No Pattern Work | ATC is not accepting pattern work | When requesting take off, please do not ask for “remaining in the pattern” |
| Flow Control | ATC is going to control the departure rate | Due to the departure rate, you may experience a delay on the ground |
| Long Taxi | ATC may send departures to a runway that is not closest to the terminal | Expect being sent to a runway that requires a longer than normal taxi time |
| Gate Hold | ATC needs to freeze the ground for a brief period | Ask for pushback and expect a “Hold Position” until the controller is ready |
| Rolling Departures | ATC would like expedited departures | When cleared, the pilot should enter the runway and begin the takoff roll without stopping |
| Flight Plan Required | ATC would like aircraft to have a filed flight plan before taxing | File a flight plan before requesting pushback |
| Straight Out Departures | ATC would like planes to maintain runway heading until a safe distance away from the airport | Fly runway heading for 8-10 NM before making your departure turn. Use the end of the cone as a guide before turning. |
| ATIS NOTAM | ATC Intention | Actions as a Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| Event in Progress | An event is in progress | An event is in progress. You may experience long wait times or depending on the event may not be allowed to participate |
| Size Restrictions in Place | The airport is a smaller than normal taxiway and/or parking | Think about the size of the aircraft you are in and the airport you are at. For example, a 747 at KASE |
| Severe Weather | Extreme weather conditions have been reported | Expect high winds/turbulence/low visibility |
| Low Visibility | Low visibility has been reported | Expect low visiblity |
| No Light Aircraft | Light aircraft are not allowed in the airspace or at the airport. Light aircraft is defined as the XCub, C172, P38, SR22, and Spitfire. The reason behind this is due to the massive speed difference with other airplanes. Patterns in these aircraft should be performed at smaller airfields. | Divert or respawn at a different airport. |