If published MOA times conflict with ATC instructions, what should a pilot do?

If published MOA times conflict with ATC instructions, what should a pilot do?

• A. Follow ATC instructions first; request clarification if needed.
• B. Always follow the MOA times regardless of ATC.
• C. Ignore both and proceed as planned.
• D. Contact the MOA sponsor for permission.

Answer: (A)

ATC instructions take precedence over published MOA times. MOA times are informational, indicating when military activity could affect airspace, but they do not authorize entry on their own. If ATC provides a clearance, heading, or routing that conflicts with the MOA schedule, you must follow ATC. If anything is unclear, ask ATC for clarification or a different routing. The MOA sponsor does not have authority to grant entry; only ATC can authorize it.

ATC instructions take precedence over published MOA times. MOA times are informational, indicating when military activity could affect airspace, but they do not authorize entry on their own. If ATC provides a clearance, heading, or routing that conflicts with the MOA schedule, you must follow ATC. If anything is unclear, ask ATC for clarification or a different routing. The MOA sponsor does not have authority to grant entry; only ATC can authorize it.