***Definition*** :: The point at which, in the judgment of the pilot-in-command, it is necessary to proceed directly to the airport of intended landing due to low fuel. Declaration of a fuel emergency is an explicit statement that priority handling by ATC is both required and expected. ***Additional Info:*** Declare a fuel emergency at the point at which, in your judgment, it is necessary for you to proceed directly to the airport at which you intend to land. Declaration of a fuel emergency is an explicit statement that priority handling by ATC is necessary and expected. ***Source*** :: [[InFO 08004]] ***See Also:*** - [[Minimum Fuel]] - [[Reserve Fuel]] #glossary