Flight Phase

航向(预定航迹)

The intended horizontal direction of travel of an aircraft over the ground, usually expressed in degrees from North.

Quick answer: The intended horizontal direction of travel of an aircraft over the ground, usually expressed in degrees from North.

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The intended horizontal direction of travel of an aircraft over the ground, usually expressed in degrees from North.

Why it matters

航向(预定航迹) 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 航向(预定航迹)?

In this glossary, 航向(预定航迹) refers to: The intended horizontal direction of travel of an aircraft over the ground, usually expressed in degrees from North.

How is 航向(预定航迹) used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "保持当前航向,并在最后进近时报告。"

Why does 航向(预定航迹) matter in aviation?

航向(预定航迹) 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 航向(预定航迹)?

航向(预定航迹) is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does 航向(预定航迹) belong to?

In this glossary, 航向(预定航迹) 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

The intended horizontal direction of travel of an aircraft over the ground, usually expressed in degrees from North.

Operational example

Maintain your present course and report established on final.

Localized term

航向(预定航迹)

Localized example

保持当前航向,并在最后进近时报告。

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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