Advanced ATC

Synthetic Vision Guidance System

A cockpit display system that provides pilots with a computer-generated, real-time, 3D depiction of terrain, obstacles, and runways using position and navigation data.

Quick answer: A cockpit display system that provides pilots with a computer-generated, real-time, 3D depiction of terrain, obstacles, and runways using position and navigation data.

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Quick answer

A cockpit display system that provides pilots with a computer-generated, real-time, 3D depiction of terrain, obstacles, and runways using position and navigation data.

Why it matters

Synthetic Vision Guidance System matters because it supports clear communication in Advanced 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

What is Synthetic Vision Guidance System?

In this glossary, Synthetic Vision Guidance System refers to: A cockpit display system that provides pilots with a computer-generated, real-time, 3D depiction of terrain, obstacles, and runways using position and navigation data.

How is Synthetic Vision Guidance System used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "The Synthetic Vision Guidance System provided clear terrain awareness during a night approach to an unfamiliar airport."

Why does Synthetic Vision Guidance System matter in aviation?

Synthetic Vision Guidance System matters because it supports clear communication in Advanced 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 Synthetic Vision Guidance System?

Synthetic Vision Guidance System is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does Synthetic Vision Guidance System belong to?

In this glossary, Synthetic Vision Guidance System is grouped under Advanced 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

A cockpit display system that provides pilots with a computer-generated, real-time, 3D depiction of terrain, obstacles, and runways using position and navigation data.

Operational example

The Synthetic Vision Guidance System provided clear terrain awareness during a night approach to an unfamiliar airport.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Advanced 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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