IFR Approaches

Question 1

IWP

Answer 1

Intermediate WayPoint

This waypoint may be used between another IAWP and the rest of the approach

Question 2

IAWP

Answer 2

Initial Approach WayPoint
(You can start your approach from here)

Question 3

FAWP

Answer 3

Final Approach WayPoint (aka the Final Approach Fix)
(Indicated by the Iron Cross)

Question 4

SDWP

Answer 4

Step Down WayPoint

Question 5

MAWP

Answer 5

Missed Approach WayPoint

Question 6

TCH

Answer 6

Threshold Crossing Height (the height at which you will cross the threshold of the runway AGL).

E.g., TCH 51 means we will cross the threshold at 51’ AGL

Question 7

Advisory Visibility

Answer 7

The visibility recommendation listed on the approach plate. Note approaches are governed by ceiling and not visibility, so this number is advisory only.