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Figure 2: Table 1-1 of Advisory Circular 91-79A CHG 1: Operational Runway Surface Condition Matrix (RCAM) Braking Action Codes and Definitions
This table indicates what runway contamination conditions and deceleration/control observations correspond to each of the six Runway Condition Codes (RwyCC). The revised Pilot Reported Braking Action terminologies are also included.
NOTE: The unshaded portion of the RCAM is associated with how an airport operator conducts a runway condition assessment. NOTE: The shaded portion of the RCAM is associated with the pilot’s experience with braking action.
NOTE: The Operational RCAM illustration will differ from the RCAM illustration used by Airport Operators.
NOTE: Runway condition codes, one for each third of the landing surface, for example 4/3/3, represent the runway condition description as reported by the airport operator. The reporting of codes by runway thirds is expected to begin in Oct. 1, 2016.
approach and landing clearance). This newer report is relayed to the holding King Air charter flight, who then accepts a new approach clearance and lands uneventfully. This is in no way an unrealistic or uncommon scenario. Similar situations play out at airports around the world
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regularly, often with ATC being proactive in soliciting braking action reports while indirectly letting landing aircraft know what approaching aircraft might require to “get in.” It’s a game that pilots, controllers and regulators know happens and those who believe otherwise are
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