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ATC clears an aircraft to an altitude of 6000 ft. However, the pilot-in-command is unable to comply with the clearance due to stall speed restrictions. What is the correct course of action?

  • A
    Divert to the nearest suitable airport.
  • B
    Refuse to climb to that height and obtain a new clearance.
  • C
    Descend lower.
  • D

    Climb to 6000 ft.

ICAO Doc 4444
4.5 AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL CLEARANCES

4.5.1.2 If an air traffic control clearance is not suitable to the pilot-in-command of an aircraft, the flight crew may request and, if practicable, obtain an amended clearance.

The aircraft is cleared for an altitude of 6000 ft but the pilot-in-command is unable to comply due to stall speed restrictions. According to ICAO Doc 4444, the flight crew may request and obtain an amended clearance for a lower altitude.

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