Operations
Contact Approach
Definition
An IFR approach requested by the pilot (never assigned by ATC) to proceed to the airport with at least 1 mile flight visibility while remaining clear of clouds. Less common than visual approaches.
Related Terms
Visual Approach
An IFR approach where the pilot proceeds visually to the runway with ATC authori...
Instrument Approach
A series of predetermined maneuvers using flight instruments to guide an aircraf...
Instrument Flight Rules(IFR)
Flight rules requiring navigation solely by reference to flight instruments. IFR...
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