Aviation English
Basic ATC

Qu'est-ce que Cap ?

Cap The direction in which the aircraft’s nose is pointed, expressed in degrees from magnetic north.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Cap” Used in Practice?

Volez au cap 270 et attendez des vecteurs pour l'approche ILS.

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 the aircraft’s nose is pointed, expressed in degrees from magnetic north.

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