Aviation English
Basic ATC

What is Vectors?

Vectors Heading instructions issued to provide navigational guidance by radar

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Vectors” Used in Practice?

United 345, turn left heading 270 degrees, vectors for traffic spacing to final approach course.

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 Vectors?

Heading instructions issued to provide navigational guidance by radar

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