Flight Phase

زاوية المسار

The actual direction of an aircraft's path over the ground, expressed as an angle relative to north, independent of heading.

Quick answer: The actual direction of an aircraft's path over the ground, expressed as an angle relative to north, independent of heading.

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Quick answer

The actual direction of an aircraft's path over the ground, expressed as an angle relative to north, independent of heading.

Why it matters

زاوية المسار matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Phase contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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Questions and answers

What is زاوية المسار?

In this glossary, زاوية المسار refers to: The actual direction of an aircraft's path over the ground, expressed as an angle relative to north, independent of heading.

How is زاوية المسار used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "حافظ على زاوية مسار صفر سبعة صفر درجة لاعتراض المحدد المحلي للمدرج 09."

Why does زاوية المسار matter in aviation?

زاوية المسار matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Phase contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses زاوية المسار?

زاوية المسار is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does زاوية المسار belong to?

In this glossary, زاوية المسار is grouped under Flight Phase. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

The actual direction of an aircraft's path over the ground, expressed as an angle relative to north, independent of heading.

Operational example

Maintain a track angle of zero-seven-zero degrees to intercept the localizer for runway 09.

Localized term

زاوية المسار

Localized example

حافظ على زاوية مسار صفر سبعة صفر درجة لاعتراض المحدد المحلي للمدرج 09.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Flight Phase

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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