What happens if you experience a 2 way radio failure on an IFR flight plan?

A pilot experiencing two-way radio failure at an assigned altitude of 7,000 feet is cleared along a direct route which will require a climb to a minimum IFR altitude of 9,000 feet, should climb to reach 9,000 feet at the time or place where it becomes necessary (see 14 CFR Section 91.177(b)).



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Backup radio – most aircraft are equipped with multiple communication radios, referred to as COM1 and COM2, so pilots can switch to the second radio if the primary one fails. Squawking 7600 – if all radio communication is lost, pilots can set their aircraft's transponder to the emergency code 7600.

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If there is any question of weather, you can (and should) retain your IFR clearance until on the ground and then cancel. However, there may be good reasons to cancel depending upon circumstances. For example somebody may be following you and cannot be cleared for the approach until you cancel your IFR clearance.

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If the aircraft is operating in an airfield's circuit pattern (also known as a traffic pattern), the pilot can follow visual signals from the ground, most likely using red and green lights. If the aircraft is outside the circuit, it must land at the nearest suitable airfield, and remain in VMC conditions.

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The air traffic manager is responsible for taking action to detect, prevent, and report: Obscene, indecent, or profane language used on any means of communications (e.g., voice frequencies, Satellite Communication(s) (SATCOM), Controller Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC)).

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Squawking 7500 signifies an aircraft being hijacked and could result in an aircraft being escorted by military forces.

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