Flight Planning

approach reference speed

Speed selected for use on final approach segment, ensuring safe control margin above stall but stable profile.

Quick answer: Speed selected for use on final approach segment, ensuring safe control margin above stall but stable profile.

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Quick answer

Speed selected for use on final approach segment, ensuring safe control margin above stall but stable profile.

Why it matters

approach reference speed matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Planning 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 approach reference speed?

In this glossary, approach reference speed refers to: Speed selected for use on final approach segment, ensuring safe control margin above stall but stable profile.

How is approach reference speed used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Pilot: Approach reference speed is set to VAPP plus 5 knots for gusty wind conditions."

Why does approach reference speed matter in aviation?

approach reference speed matters because it supports clear communication in Flight Planning 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 approach reference speed?

approach reference speed is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does approach reference speed belong to?

In this glossary, approach reference speed is grouped under Flight Planning. 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

Speed selected for use on final approach segment, ensuring safe control margin above stall but stable profile.

Operational example

Pilot: Approach reference speed is set to VAPP plus five knots for gusty wind conditions.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Flight Planning

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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