Jeppesen Legend Quiz

What does the "ICAO" indicator represent on an airport chart?

International Civil Aviation Organization identifier

What information is typically found in the "Additional Runway Information Band" on an airport chart?

Takeoff and landing distances

Which symbol on an enroute chart represents a VOR station?

VOR

On a SID chart

what does a dashed line usually represent?, Missed approach segment

What does "RVR" stand for in aviation charts?

Runway Visual Range

Which part of the approach chart provides information about minimum altitudes required?

Minimum Safe Altitude (MSA) section

In airport charts

what is depicted by a heavy solid line around an inset?, The area covered by a remote inset not to scale

What information is provided by the "Takeoff Minimums" section on an airport chart?

The lowest visibility and ceiling required for takeoff

On an approach chart

what does the "Minimum Descent Altitude" (MDA) refer to?, The altitude below which descent cannot be made without visual contact with the runway

What does a "T" after a runway designator indicate on an airport chart?

The designator is true, not magnetic

What is the primary function of a Standard Instrument Departure (SID) chart?

To provide standardized routes for departures

What is the purpose of the "Hold Short" point depicted on a runway diagram?

To indicate the location where aircraft must stop before crossing a runway

What does the term "hot spot" refer to on an airport diagram?

A point where collisions or runway incursions are likely

What does the "ARFF" symbol on an airport chart stand for?

Airport Rescue and Firefighting

What information does a "Taxiway Information" section typically provide on an airport chart?

Taxiway designators and directions

What does a "displaced threshold" on a runway mean?

The runway threshold is temporarily shifted forward

On a STAR (Standard Terminal Arrival Route) chart

what is the purpose of the depicted transitions?, To provide multiple entry points into the arrival procedure

In enroute charts

what does the designation "MEA" stand for?, Minimum Enroute Altitude

What does the "MORA" on an enroute chart represent?

Minimum Obstruction Clearance Altitude

What is the purpose of the Minimum Sector Altitude (MSA) depicted on an approach chart?

To provide obstacle clearance within a certain radius of a navaid

What does the "MSL" abbreviation stand for on aviation charts?

Mean Sea Level

What does a "compulsory reporting point" symbol look like on an enroute chart?

A filled triangle

What is the significance of a non-compulsory reporting point?

Reporting is only required if requested by ATC

What is the primary purpose of a holding pattern depicted on an approach chart?

To manage aircraft arrivals when spacing is required

What is indicated by a solid black triangle on a STAR chart?

A specific altitude or speed restriction

What does the acronym "ATIS" stand for?

Automatic Terminal Information Service

On an enroute chart

what does a dashed blue line usually indicate?, A boundary between different air traffic control centers

What is the purpose of a "missed approach" procedure on an approach chart?

To provide guidance if a landing cannot be safely completed

In aviation terms

what does "DH" stand for?, Decision Height

What does the "RNAV" acronym stand for?

Area Navigation

What is a "glideslope" in the context of instrument approaches?

The vertical guidance path for landing

What does the "final approach fix" (FAF) mark on an approach chart represent?

The point where the final approach to the runway begins

What is the purpose of a transition altitude on a chart?

The altitude above which aircraft set their altimeter to the standard pressure setting

What does a "Restricted Area" depicted on a chart signify?

Airspace where flight is restricted due to special use

On a SID chart

what is the purpose of a departure transition?, To provide a defined route from the SID to the enroute structure

What does a "Class D" airspace designation mean?

Controlled airspace around an airport with an operating control tower

What does the acronym "VOR" stand for?

Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range

What does the "ILS" abbreviation mean in aviation?

Instrument Landing System

What does a "TACAN" provide for military aircraft?

Tactical Air Navigation

What is indicated by a star symbol (*) on an enroute chart?

A part-time or on-request navigation facility or service

What does the term "Ceiling" refer to in aviation?

The height of the lowest cloud layer above ground level

What is the purpose of a "stepdown fix" on an approach chart?

To allow descent to a lower altitude once certain conditions are met

What does "MVA" stand for on a radar approach chart?

Minimum Vectoring Altitude

What does a "T" symbol on a SID or STAR chart indicate?

Transition

What is the meaning of "Wx" in aviation terminology?

Weather

What is the purpose of a "controlled airspace" designation?

To provide air traffic control services to aircraft within the area

What does "MTR" stand for on an enroute chart?

Military Training Route

What is indicated by a "circle-to-land" procedure on an approach chart?

A visual maneuver to land on a runway different from the instrument approach path

What is the function of the "missed approach point" (MAP) on an instrument approach chart?

The point where the pilot must initiate a missed approach if landing conditions are not met

What is an "ADF" in aviation?

Automatic Direction Finder

What is the purpose of a "SID" (Standard Instrument Departure) chart?

To provide a standard route for departing aircraft

What does a "Holding Pattern" signify on an approach chart?

A predetermined maneuver used to delay aircraft arrivals

What is the meaning of "ETE" in flight planning?

Estimated Time Enroute

What is "Class A" airspace?

Controlled airspace from 18,000 feet to flight level 600

What does a "Compulsory Reporting Point" on an enroute chart require?

Mandatory position reporting to ATC

What is the purpose of a "cruise clearance" issued by ATC?

Authorization to operate at any altitude within a specified block

What is the significance of a "star" (*) next to an airport identifier?

The airport has part-time or limited control tower services

What does "VMC" stand for in aviation?

Visual Meteorological Conditions

What is the purpose of a "feathered" line on an instrument approach chart?

To indicate a precision approach path, such as ILS or RNAV

What does "DME" stand for?

Distance Measuring Equipment

What does the "RAIM" acronym stand for in aviation?

Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring

What does "GP" stand for in an ILS approach?

Glide Path

What does the term "HAT" stand for on an approach chart?

Height Above Touchdown

What is indicated by a "non-precision approach" on an instrument approach chart?

An approach procedure without vertical guidance

What is the primary purpose of "ATIS" in aviation?

To provide pilots with automated weather and airport information

What does "CTR" represent on aviation charts?

Control Zone

What is the purpose of a "Localizer" in an ILS approach?

To provide lateral guidance to the runway

What does the "MDA" represent on an approach chart?

Minimum Descent Altitude

What does the term "IMC" stand for in aviation?

Instrument Meteorological Conditions

What is a "FIR" on enroute charts?

Flight Information Region

What is the meaning of "QNH" in aviation?

The barometric pressure adjusted to mean sea level

What is the function of a "Precision Approach Path Indicator" (PAPI)?

To provide visual slope guidance during an approach

What does "TWR" stand for on an airport chart?

Tower

What is the meaning of "Class G" airspace?

Uncontrolled airspace

What is indicated by a "circle with an R" symbol on a chart?

Restricted area

What is the purpose of "ALSF-2" lighting systems?

To provide approach lighting for precision instrument approaches

What does "WX BRIEF" mean in aviation?

A weather briefing service for pilots

What is a "Transition Altitude"?

The altitude at which an aircraft changes from local pressure settings to the standard setting

What does the abbreviation "SDF" stand for?

Simplified Directional Facility

What is indicated by "circling minimums" on an instrument approach chart?

The lowest altitude for a visual maneuver to land on another runway

What does "TACAN" stand for in aviation?

Tactical Air Navigation

What does the "TDZE" on an approach chart refer to?

Touchdown Zone Elevation

What is the meaning of "Decision Height" (DH) on an instrument approach?

The altitude at which a decision must be made to either continue the approach or execute a missed approach

What does "VASI" stand for?

Visual Approach Slope Indicator

What is a "holding fix" in aviation?

A specified point where an aircraft is instructed to hold

What is indicated by a dashed blue line on an enroute chart?

The boundary of a Flight Information Region (FIR)

What does the term "minimum sector altitude" (MSA) mean on an instrument approach chart?

The lowest altitude providing obstacle clearance within a defined sector

What is the purpose of a "stepdown fix" on an instrument approach?

To allow for a lower altitude once passing a specific point

What does "MOCA" stand for?

Minimum Obstruction Clearance Altitude

What is indicated by a filled triangle on an enroute chart?

Compulsory reporting point

What does "AWOS" stand for in aviation?

Automated Weather Observing System

What is the purpose of a "missed approach point" (MAP) on an instrument approach?

It indicates the point where the pilot must decide whether to continue the approach or initiate a missed approach

What does "ADF" stand for?

Automatic Direction Finder

What is indicated by a dashed magenta line on a VFR chart?

Class E airspace starting at 700 feet above ground level

What does "MSAW" stand for?

Minimum Safe Altitude Warning

What is a "Class C" airspace designation?

Controlled airspace around airports with moderate traffic

What is the meaning of "True Altitude"?

The actual height above mean sea level

What is "RVSM" in aviation?

Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum

What is indicated by the "OM" on an ILS approach?

Outer Marker

What does "RNP" stand for?

Required Navigation Performance