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Flight Phase

Zwischenpunkt

A designated point on an instrument approach procedure (IAP) between the initial and final approach fixes, used to define the intermediate segment of the approach.

Quick answer: A designated point on an instrument approach procedure (IAP) between the initial and final approach fixes, used to define the intermediate segment of the approach.

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Quick answer

A designated point on an instrument approach procedure (IAP) between the initial and final approach fixes, used to define the intermediate segment of the approach.

Why it matters

Zwischenpunkt 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

Questions and answers

What is Zwischenpunkt?

In this glossary, Zwischenpunkt refers to: A designated point on an instrument approach procedure (IAP) between the initial and final approach fixes, used to define the intermediate segment of the approach.

How is Zwischenpunkt used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "ATC: Lufthansa 456, fliegen Sie direkt zum Zwischenpunkt VEDUS, dann freigegeben für ILS-Anflug auf Piste 08 links."

Why does Zwischenpunkt matter in aviation?

Zwischenpunkt 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 Zwischenpunkt?

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

What category does Zwischenpunkt belong to?

In this glossary, Zwischenpunkt 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

A designated point on an instrument approach procedure (IAP) between the initial and final approach fixes, used to define the intermediate segment of the approach.

Operational example

ATC: Lufthansa 456, proceed direct to the intermediate fix VEDUS, then cleared for the ILS approach Runway 08 Left.

Localized term

Zwischenpunkt

Localized example

ATC: Lufthansa 456, fliegen Sie direkt zum Zwischenpunkt VEDUS, dann freigegeben für ILS-Anflug auf Piste 08 links.

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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