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ORA Waypoint

A published, named navigation point (ORA) used in RNAV procedures, typically representing a specific fix for routing, entry, or transition, defined by coordinates and used in flight management systems.

Quick answer: A published, named navigation point (ORA) used in RNAV procedures, typically representing a specific fix for routing, entry, or transition, defined by coordinates and used in flight management systems.

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Quick answer

A published, named navigation point (ORA) used in RNAV procedures, typically representing a specific fix for routing, entry, or transition, defined by coordinates and used in flight management systems.

Why it matters

ORA 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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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is ORA Waypoint?

In this glossary, ORA Waypoint refers to: A published, named navigation point (ORA) used in RNAV procedures, typically representing a specific fix for routing, entry, or transition, defined by coordinates and used in flight management systems.

How is ORA Waypoint used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Proceed direct to ORA Waypoint and report established on the next airway segment."

Why does ORA Waypoint matter in aviation?

ORA 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.

Who uses ORA Waypoint?

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

What category does ORA Waypoint belong to?

In this glossary, ORA Waypoint 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 published, named navigation point (ORA) used in RNAV procedures, typically representing a specific fix for routing, entry, or transition, defined by coordinates and used in flight management systems.

Operational example

Proceed direct to ORA Waypoint and report established on the next airway segment.

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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