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What is Performance-Based Navigation Approval?

Performance-Based Navigation Approval An operational authorisation indicating an aircraft and crew are approved to operate using specific performance-based navigation specifications such as RNAV and RNP, in accordance with ICAO Doc 9613.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Performance-Based Navigation Approval” Used in Practice?

Performance-Based Navigation Approval must be documented before operating on RNAV or RNP routes.

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 Performance-Based Navigation Approval?

An operational authorisation indicating an aircraft and crew are approved to operate using specific performance-based navigation specifications such as RNAV and RNP, in accordance with ICAO Doc 9613.

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