Navigation
A specified geographical location, defined by coordinates, used for navigation and flight planning, including RNAV procedures.
Quick answer: A specified geographical location, defined by coordinates, used for navigation and flight planning, including RNAV procedures.
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A specified geographical location, defined by coordinates, used for navigation and flight planning, including RNAV procedures.
Waypoint 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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In this glossary, Waypoint refers to: A specified geographical location, defined by coordinates, used for navigation and flight planning, including RNAV procedures.
In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Direct au waypoint GOMAX, attendez l'autorisation supplémentaire à ce point."
Waypoint 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.
Waypoint is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.
In this glossary, Waypoint is grouped under Navigation. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.
This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.
A specified geographical location, defined by coordinates, used for navigation and flight planning, including RNAV procedures.
Fly direct to waypoint GOMAX and expect further clearance at that point.
Waypoint
Direct au waypoint GOMAX, attendez l'autorisation supplémentaire à ce point.
English reference definition
ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG
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