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What is Reference landing speed?

Reference landing speed The speed selected as a reference for final approach and landing, often denoted as Vref; used for approach calculations and stabilized approach criteria.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Reference landing speed” Used in Practice?

Maintain reference landing speed until crossing the runway threshold for a stabilized approach.

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

Altimeter setting referenced to mean-sea-level pressureFinal approachFinal-approach speedIndicated airspeed

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What is Reference landing speed?

The speed selected as a reference for final approach and landing, often denoted as Vref; used for approach calculations and stabilized approach criteria.

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