Abbreviations and Acronyms

In plain language

This table serves as a reference guide to decode common aviation and UAS acronyms used in FAA guidance, such as VLOS (Visual Line of Sight), PIC (Pilot in Command), and CoW (Certificate of Waiver).

Requirement as structured

Provides a reference list of abbreviations and acronyms used throughout the Advisory Circular.

Original regulatory text

Table 4-1. Abbreviations/Acronyms Used in This AC

Applies when

country

United States

regulatory category

General