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GPS-Anflug

An instrument approach procedure that uses signals from the Global Positioning System (GPS) for navigation and guidance to a runway, as published on authorized approach charts.

Quick answer: An instrument approach procedure that uses signals from the Global Positioning System (GPS) for navigation and guidance to a runway, as published on authorized approach charts.

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Quick answer

An instrument approach procedure that uses signals from the Global Positioning System (GPS) for navigation and guidance to a runway, as published on authorized approach charts.

Why it matters

GPS-Anflug 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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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is GPS-Anflug?

In this glossary, GPS-Anflug refers to: An instrument approach procedure that uses signals from the Global Positioning System (GPS) for navigation and guidance to a runway, as published on authorized approach charts.

How is GPS-Anflug used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Freigabe für GPS-Anflug auf Piste null-acht, melden Sie, wenn auf Endanflug."

Why does GPS-Anflug matter in aviation?

GPS-Anflug 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 GPS-Anflug?

GPS-Anflug is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does GPS-Anflug belong to?

In this glossary, GPS-Anflug 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

An instrument approach procedure that uses signals from the Global Positioning System (GPS) for navigation and guidance to a runway, as published on authorized approach charts.

Operational example

Cleared for the GPS approach to runway zero-eight, report established on final.

Localized term

GPS-Anflug

Localized example

Freigabe für GPS-Anflug auf Piste null-acht, melden Sie, wenn auf Endanflug.

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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