Multiple choice

An aircraft reporting long final on an approach should be minimum ____ nm or more from touchdown.

  1. 2

  2. 4

  3. 6

  4. 8

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D Correct answer
Explanation

An aircraft reporting 'long final' during approach should be at least 8 nautical miles from touchdown. This standardized distance ensures ATC has adequate time to sequence traffic, provide separation, and issue clearance instructions before the aircraft enters the critical final approach segment.