Basic ATC

Continue approach

An instruction to proceed with the instrument or visual approach but not yet cleared to land.

Quick answer: An instruction to proceed with the instrument or visual approach but not yet cleared to land.

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Quick answer

An instruction to proceed with the instrument or visual approach but not yet cleared to land.

Why it matters

Continue approach 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 Continue approach?

In this glossary, Continue approach refers to: An instruction to proceed with the instrument or visual approach but not yet cleared to land.

How is Continue approach used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Continue approach, expect late landing clearance due to traffic."

Why does Continue approach matter in aviation?

Continue approach 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 Continue approach?

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

What category does Continue approach belong to?

In this glossary, Continue approach 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

An instruction to proceed with the instrument or visual approach but not yet cleared to land.

Operational example

Continue approach, expect late landing clearance due to traffic.

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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