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Qu'est-ce que Cap ?

Cap The direction in which an aircraft’s nose is pointed, expressed in degrees from North. May differ from track due to wind drift.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Cap” Used in Practice?

Tournez à droite cap 120 degrés, guidage radar pour approche ILS piste 12.

Certification Exam Relevance

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

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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Qu'est-ce que Cap ?

The direction in which an aircraft’s nose is pointed, expressed in degrees from North. May differ from track due to wind drift.

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