FAA Mobile Clearance: The Future of GA Pilot Communication

FAA Mobile Clearance: The Future of GA Pilot Communication

 Federal Aviation Administration
Jul 27, 2026

Say goodbye to radio congestion!📱✈️

General and business aviation pilots can soon request mobile clearances or cancel IFR clearances directly from a phone or tablet. By switching key communications to text, Mobile Clearance reduces miscommunication and frees up air traffic controllers to focus on keeping the skies and runways safe.

🔗 Learn more about rollout locations: https://www.faa.gov/mobileclearance