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Navigation latérale

A component of navigation relating to the aircraft's position in the horizontal plane (track), including guidance along a defined route or to a waypoint.

Quick answer: A component of navigation relating to the aircraft's position in the horizontal plane (track), including guidance along a defined route or to a waypoint.

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A component of navigation relating to the aircraft's position in the horizontal plane (track), including guidance along a defined route or to a waypoint.

Why it matters

Navigation latérale 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

What is Navigation latérale?

In this glossary, Navigation latérale refers to: A component of navigation relating to the aircraft's position in the horizontal plane (track), including guidance along a defined route or to a waypoint.

How is Navigation latérale used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Maintenez la navigation latérale programmée et signalez si vous ne pouvez pas suivre la route assignée."

Why does Navigation latérale matter in aviation?

Navigation latérale 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 Navigation latérale?

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

What category does Navigation latérale belong to?

In this glossary, Navigation latérale 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 component of navigation relating to the aircraft's position in the horizontal plane (track), including guidance along a defined route or to a waypoint.

Operational example

Maintain lateral navigation as programmed and advise if unable to follow assigned route.

Localized term

Navigation latérale

Localized example

Maintenez la navigation latérale programmée et signalez si vous ne pouvez pas suivre la route assignée.

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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