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What is Landing Alternate?

Landing Alternate An aerodrome specified in the flight plan to which a flight may proceed when a landing at the intended destination becomes inadvisable.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Landing Alternate” Used in Practice?

ATC, we are unable to land at destination due to weather, proceeding to landing alternate.

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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What is Landing Alternate?

An aerodrome specified in the flight plan to which a flight may proceed when a landing at the intended destination becomes inadvisable.

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