Basic ATC
A maneuver to change from one parallel runway to another during approach.
Quick answer: A maneuver to change from one parallel runway to another during approach.
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A maneuver to change from one parallel runway to another during approach.
Sidestep 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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In this glossary, Sidestep refers to: A maneuver to change from one parallel runway to another during approach.
In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "ATC instructs: 'Sidestep to runway 28L, cleared to land.'"
Sidestep 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.
Sidestep is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.
In this glossary, Sidestep is grouped under Basic ATC. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.
This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.
A maneuver to change from one parallel runway to another during approach.
ATC instructs: 'Sidestep to runway 28L, cleared to land.'
English reference definition
ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG
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