VDA Flashcards
1
Q
VDA
A
VERTICAL Descent Angle
2
Q
what is a VDA
A
VERTICAL Descent Angle
a computed glide path from the FAF to the runways Touchdown Crossing Height (TCH) published for NON-PRECISION apparches
3
Q
what is a typical VDA
A
VERTICAL Descent Angle
3°
4
Q
what are VDAs and what must pilots must comply with in relation to it
A
they are ADVISORY ONLY
pilots must still comply with all published altitudes on the procedure
5
Q
what is the FAA policy about about VDAs
A
publish a VDA/TCH on all NON-PRECISION approaches
EXECEPT those published WITH vertically guided minimums (i.e. ILS) or
no FAF procedures without a step down fix (i.e. on airport VOR)
6
Q
what doesn’t a VDA guarantee
A
a VDA doesn’t guarantee OBSTACLE PROTECTION below the MDA in the visual segment
