GravityHater
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While not specific , FAR 91.183(c) says that:
Unless otherwise authorized by ATC, the pilot in command of each aircraft operated under IFR in controlled airspace must ensure that a continuous watch is maintained on the appropriate frequency and must report the following as soon as possible—
(a) The time and altitude of passing each designated reporting point, or the reporting points specified by ATC, except that while the aircraft is under radar control, only the passing of those reporting points specifically requested by ATC need be reported;
(b) Any unforecast weather conditions encountered; and
(c) Any other information relating to the safety of flight
one could infer that vacating an assigned altitude, while descending to another assigned altitude, in a timeframe as determined by the pilot and not the controlling authority(ies) would constitute a safety of flight issue and be covered by (c) above....