slick1537 Posted January 28, 2008 Posted January 28, 2008 Well I have been out on my solos, flying through class D and also in uncontrolled airspace I have heard pilots/controllers use the term, No factor. Could anyone explain the term factor and explain how it should be used with controllers/ collision avoidance in uncontrolled airspace. Quote
DanceswithCyclic Posted January 28, 2008 Posted January 28, 2008 I see your aircraft and know your intentions, my flight path will not interfere with yours. Quote
THE_COYOTE Posted January 28, 2008 Posted January 28, 2008 I would suggest that you leave that terminology up to ATC. Either you have traffic in sight or you are looking. No factor implies that there is no possible collision. In uncontrolled air space I would use that term sparingly as well, only if you absolutely know you are clear. On the ground, 5 foot hover, ect. Hope that helps. Fly safe. Quote
heligirl03 Posted January 28, 2008 Posted January 28, 2008 I would suggest that you leave that terminology up to ATC. Either you have traffic in sight or you are looking. No factor implies that there is no possible collision. In uncontrolled air space I would use that term sparingly as well, only if you absolutely know you are clear. On the ground, 5 foot hover, ect. Hope that helps. Fly safe. I concur, that's an ATC term, leave it to them. Stick to traffic in sight or looking. Fly safe! Quote
Gomer Pylot Posted January 28, 2008 Posted January 28, 2008 When they say the traffic is no factor, they mean it won't affect you, and you can now ignore it. In other words, 'nevermind'. Quote
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