India, July 24 -- The Federal Aviation Administration has announced it is moving forward with Mobile Clearance, a new digital tool that will allow general and business aviation pilots to request departure clearances through approved flight applications instead of over the radio.
This new tool is part of the FAA's effort to modernize communications between pilots and air traffic controllers to improve safety and efficiency.
"Mobile Clearance is a smart, simple improvement that builds on technology pilots already use every day," said FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford. "By moving routine clearances to a digital format, we can improve communication accuracy for pilots, reduce misunderstandings, and help controllers stay focused on aircraft move...