Information issued to arriving aircraft that will conduct an overhead maneuver includes which of the following?

• A. Request for report on initial approach
• B. The altimeter setting
• C. Clearance to land
• D. Speed instruction

Answer: (A)

Overhead approaches require a position report to keep ATC informed about where you are in the entry sequence. When an arriving aircraft will fly over the field and then maneuver to join the approach, the controller often asks you to report when you reach the initial approach. That report provides a precise update on your position relative to the approach flow, enabling the controller to sequence traffic, issue the next instructions (turns, descents, alignment with the approach), and maintain safe separation.

While the altimeter setting is essential information for all arrivals, it isn’t specific guidance tied to overhead maneuver entry. Clearance to land and speed instructions are part of the approach flow but are not the action that confirms you’ve begun the overhead transition.