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What is Transition?

Transition A published route or procedure that connects the en-route structure to an instrument approach or departure, often used to link an arrival or departure with a standard terminal procedure.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Transition” Used in Practice?

Cleared to the airport via the BRAVO transition, then direct to the initial approach fix.

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 Transition?

A published route or procedure that connects the en-route structure to an instrument approach or departure, often used to link an arrival or departure with a standard terminal procedure.

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