Definition
APPROACH SPEED
The recommended speed contained in aircraft manuals used by pilots when making an approach to landing. This speed will vary for different segments of an approach as well as for aircraft weight and configuration.
Source: FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary (verbatim from the Federal Aviation Regulations).
Where This Term Is Used
- 14 CFR § 91.1039 — § 91.1039 IFR takeoff, approach and landing minimums.
- 14 CFR § 91.1705 — § 91.1705 Required pilot training.
- 14 CFR § 91.1069 — § 91.1069 Flight crew: Instrument proficiency check requirements.
- 14 CFR § 91.611 — § 91.611 Authorization for ferry flight with one engine inoperative.
- 14 CFR § 91.176 — § 91.176 Straight-in landing operations below DA/DH or MDA using an enhanced flight vision system (EFVS) under IFR.
- 14 CFR § 91.167 — § 91.167 Fuel requirements for flight in IFR conditions.
6 sections reference this term in their FAR Decoded content.