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What is Missed approach?

Missed approach A published procedure to be followed when an instrument approach cannot be completed to a landing due to loss of required visual reference or ATC instruction.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Missed approach” Used in Practice?

Tower, Speedbird Eight Six, going around, missed approach, climbing to three thousand feet as published.

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 Missed approach?

A published procedure to be followed when an instrument approach cannot be completed to a landing due to loss of required visual reference or ATC instruction.

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