Basic ATC
A term used to describe operations conducted with visual reference to the terrain.
Quick answer: A term used to describe operations conducted with visual reference to the terrain.
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A term used to describe operations conducted with visual reference to the terrain.
Visual matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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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In this glossary, Visual refers to: A term used to describe operations conducted with visual reference to the terrain.
In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Pilot reports: 'Field in sight, requesting visual approach clearance.'"
Visual matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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.
Visual is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.
In this glossary, Visual is grouped under Basic ATC. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.
This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.
A term used to describe operations conducted with visual reference to the terrain.
Pilot reports: 'Field in sight, requesting visual approach clearance.'
English reference definition
ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG
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