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Route vraie

The intended direction of flight over the ground referenced to true north, prior to adjustment for wind, magnetic variation, or compass error.

Quick answer: The intended direction of flight over the ground referenced to true north, prior to adjustment for wind, magnetic variation, or compass error.

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Quick answer

The intended direction of flight over the ground referenced to true north, prior to adjustment for wind, magnetic variation, or compass error.

Why it matters

Route vraie 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 Route vraie?

In this glossary, Route vraie refers to: The intended direction of flight over the ground referenced to true north, prior to adjustment for wind, magnetic variation, or compass error.

How is Route vraie used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Indiquez la route vraie pour la planification du vol avant de calculer le cap magnétique."

Why does Route vraie matter in aviation?

Route vraie 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 Route vraie?

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

What category does Route vraie belong to?

In this glossary, Route vraie 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

The intended direction of flight over the ground referenced to true north, prior to adjustment for wind, magnetic variation, or compass error.

Operational example

Advise true course for flight planning before calculating magnetic heading.

Localized term

Route vraie

Localized example

Indiquez la route vraie pour la planification du vol avant de calculer le cap magnétique.

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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