Regulation · 14 CFRCurrent as of October 28, 2026 (eCFR)
14 CFR 135.377 Large transport category airplanes: Reciprocating engine powered: Landing limitations: Alternate airports
Subpart I—Airplane Performance Operating Limitations
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No person may list an airport as an alternate airport in a flight plan unless the airplane (at the weight anticipated at the time of arrival at the airport), based on the assumptions in § 135.375(a) (1) and (2), can be brought to a full stop landing within 70 percent of the effective length of the runway.
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