Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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In controlled airspace, air traffic control and pilots have a shared responsibility to avoid wake turbulence. 

Watch our latest Explaining the rules animation for tips to help you reduce the risks of wake turbulence.

Find more information and resources on controlled aerodromes and operations in the pilot safety hub: https://civilaviation.au/controlled-aerodromes

Extra resources
Visual Flight Rules Guide (VFRG) – https://civilaviation.au/VFRG
Wake turbulence: Advisory circular 91-16 v1.1 – https://civilaviation.au/wake-turbulence