Definition
PROCEDURE TURN
The maneuver prescribed when it is necessary to reverse direction to establish an aircraft on the intermediate approach segment or final approach course. The outbound course, direction of turn, distance within which the turn must be completed, and minimum altitude are specified in the procedure. However, unless otherwise restricted, the point at which the turn may be commenced and the type and rate of turn are left to the discretion of the pilot.
- See: ICAO term PROCEDURE TURN
Source: FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary (verbatim from the Federal Aviation Regulations).
Where This Term Is Used
- 14 CFR § 91.175 — § 91.175 Takeoff and landing under IFR.
- 14 CFR § 91.1507 — § 91.1507 Fuel tank system inspection program.
- 14 CFR § 91.1705 — § 91.1705 Required pilot training.
- 14 CFR § 91.1443 — § 91.1443 CAMP: Airworthiness release or aircraft maintenance log entry.
- 14 CFR § 91.1025 — § 91.1025 Program operating manual contents.
- 14 CFR § 91.327 — § 91.327 Aircraft issued a special airworthiness certificate in the light-sport category: Operating limitations.
- 14 CFR § 91.409 — § 91.409 Inspections.
- 14 CFR § 91.108 — § 91.108 Use of supplemental restraint systems.
8 sections reference this term in their FAR Decoded content.