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VOR Radial

A specific magnetic bearing from a VOR station, identified by its radial number, used for aircraft navigation and ATC instructions.

Quick answer: A specific magnetic bearing from a VOR station, identified by its radial number, used for aircraft navigation and ATC instructions.

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A specific magnetic bearing from a VOR station, identified by its radial number, used for aircraft navigation and ATC instructions.

Why it matters

VOR Radial matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation 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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What is VOR Radial?

In this glossary, VOR Radial refers to: A specific magnetic bearing from a VOR station, identified by its radial number, used for aircraft navigation and ATC instructions.

How is VOR Radial used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Intercept and track the three-one-zero degree radial outbound from ANKARA VOR."

Why does VOR Radial matter in aviation?

VOR Radial matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation 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 VOR Radial?

VOR Radial is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does VOR Radial belong to?

In this glossary, VOR Radial is grouped under Navigation. 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

A specific magnetic bearing from a VOR station, identified by its radial number, used for aircraft navigation and ATC instructions.

Operational example

Intercept and track the three-one-zero degree radial outbound from ANKARA VOR.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Navigation

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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