US Descend via (has there been a change)
The excellent FAA document….
“Pilot/Controllers Procedures & Systems Integration Work Group Climb Via/Descend Via Speed Clearances Frequently Asked Questions
Pilot/Controllers Procedures & Systems Integration Work Group”
….Is no longer available online, has there been any significant change to USA climb via / descend via procedures.Specifically is this still the case….
“12 Q. What if I receive a “Cleared” or “Cleared Via” clearance; am I permitted to descend to meet any published altitudes?
A. NO. Only a “Descend Via” clearance gives you the vertical authorization. The other two examples are a “lateral” clearance. Note: Compliance with published speed restrictions are required, unless canceled or modified by ATC.”