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Missed Approach Point

A specified point in an instrument approach procedure at which a missed approach must be initiated if the required visual reference to continue the approach has not been established.

Quick answer: A specified point in an instrument approach procedure at which a missed approach must be initiated if the required visual reference to continue the approach has not been established.

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Quick answer

A specified point in an instrument approach procedure at which a missed approach must be initiated if the required visual reference to continue the approach has not been established.

Why it matters

Missed Approach Point 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

Questions and answers

What is Missed Approach Point?

In this glossary, Missed Approach Point refers to: A specified point in an instrument approach procedure at which a missed approach must be initiated if the required visual reference to continue the approach has not been established.

How is Missed Approach Point used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "If you do not have the runway in sight at the missed approach point, execute missed approach procedure immediately."

Why does Missed Approach Point matter in aviation?

Missed Approach Point 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 Missed Approach Point?

Missed Approach Point is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Missed Approach Point belong to?

In this glossary, Missed Approach Point 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

A specified point in an instrument approach procedure at which a missed approach must be initiated if the required visual reference to continue the approach has not been established.

Operational example

If you do not have the runway in sight at the missed approach point, execute missed approach procedure immediately.

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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