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What is Glide Slope?

Glide Slope The vertical guidance component of an Instrument Landing System (ILS) that provides the optimal descent path to the runway threshold.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Glide Slope” Used in Practice?

Descend to two thousand, report established on the glide slope.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

Related Aviation English Terms

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What is Glide Slope?

The vertical guidance component of an Instrument Landing System (ILS) that provides the optimal descent path to the runway threshold.

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