Glossary of Terms
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Angle of IncidenceThe Angle of Incidence is the angle at which a wing is mounted onto a fuselage relative to the longitudinal axis. It is also known as the Rigger's Angle. | |
ANSPANSP - Air Navigation Service Provider | |
Anticipated operating conditionsAnticipated operating conditions. Those conditions which are known from experience or which can be reasonably envisaged | |
APAPIAbbreviated Precision Approach Path Indicator. A precision approach path indicator (PAPI) consisting of only two sharp cutoff light units situated on the left side of the runway. | |
APIAdvance Passenger Information (API) System. An electronic communications system whereby required data elements are | |
Approach and landing operations using instrument approach procedures“Approach and landing operations using instrument approach procedures” means
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Approach CategoriesApproach and landing operations using instrument approach procedures. Instrument approach and landing operations are
An instrument approach and landing which utilizes lateral guidance but
Category IIIA (CAT IIIA) operation. A precision instrument approach and landing with:
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Approach control service“approach control service” means air traffic control service for arriving or departing | |
Approach phase (Engines)Approach phase. The operating phase defined by the time during which the engine is operated in the approach operating mode. Take-off phase. The operating phase defined by the time during which the engine is operated at the rated thrust. | |