Basic ATC

Proa

The direction in which the aircraft’s nose is pointed, expressed in degrees from magnetic north.

Quick answer: The direction in which the aircraft’s nose is pointed, expressed in degrees from magnetic north.

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Quick answer

The direction in which the aircraft’s nose is pointed, expressed in degrees from magnetic north.

Why it matters

Proa matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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 Proa?

In this glossary, Proa refers to: The direction in which the aircraft’s nose is pointed, expressed in degrees from magnetic north.

How is Proa used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Voe proa 270 e espere vetores para aproximação ILS."

Why does Proa matter in aviation?

Proa matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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 Proa?

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

What category does Proa belong to?

In this glossary, Proa is grouped under Basic ATC. 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 direction in which the aircraft’s nose is pointed, expressed in degrees from magnetic north.

Operational example

Fly heading 270 and expect vectors for the ILS approach.

Localized term

Proa

Localized example

Voe proa 270 e espere vetores para aproximação ILS.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Basic ATC

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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