Presentation - P-12820215

T-45C TS INav-07

Interpretation of High Altitude Instrument Approach Plates

PRESENTATION

Features common to high altitude instrument approach plates 2.1.8.3.1.1

Planview and profile symbols and elements

Overhead and cross-sectional view of approach path

Penetration track

(1)

Begins at initial approach fix (IAF) to the final

approach fix (FAF)

(2)

Depicted by a bold dotted line

(3)

Accent lines across the track refer to altitude

restrictions depicted in profile view

NOTE: Four basic penetration patterns are used to

allow a pilot to lose altitude while proceeding from

the IAF to the final approach course.

(a)

Straight-in

Sg 2, fr 4-6

(b)

Offset

Fig 1: Basic

Penetration Patterns

(c)

Arcing

(d)

Teardrop

Procedure track

(1)

Begins at FAF to the Missed Approach Point (MAP)

(2)

Depicted by a thick solid line

CAUTION: Approach procedures are not to be

varied, even if in VMC, unless clearance has

been received for a contact approach, a visual

approach, or you cancel IFR.

Missed approach route

(1)

Printed instructions in profile view box

Sg 2, fr 4-6

(a)

Headings

(b)

Altitudes

(2-02) Original

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