Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Do you feel pressure to keep things moving at a controlled aerodrome?

This crash comic shows how pressure and a busy day led a pilot to begin the take-off roll without a clearance.

Learn why it is safer to pause and confirm you have a take-off clearance before advancing the throttle.

Refresh your knowledge before your next flight. Find more information in the pilot safety hub: https://civilaviation.au/controlled-aerodromes

Extra resources
Visual Flight Rules Guide (VFRG) – https://civilaviation.au/VFRG
Part 91 Plain English Guide - https://civilaviation.au/Part-91-Plain-English-Guide