What should a pilot do if vectored across the final approach course during an IFR approach?
Inform the aircraft whenever a vector will take it across the final approach course and state the reason for such action. In the event you are unable to so inform the aircraft, the pilot is not expected to turn inbound on the final approach course unless approach clearance has been issued.
What does intercept the localizer mean?
Flying The ILS To fly an ILS, you first align your aircraft with the runway, using the localizer as guidance. This is typically done by radar vectors from ATC, or with a procedure turn. You then fly toward the runway and intercept the glideslope from underneath, so you don’t intercept a false glideslope.
Can a aircraft be vectored to intercept the final approach?
If specifically requested by the pilot, aircraft may be vectored to intercept the final approach course inside the approach gate but no closer than the final approach fix. EXCEPTION. Conditions 1 and 2 above do not apply to RNAV aircraft being vectored for a GPS or RNAV approach.
What should you do if you are intercepted in the air?
In-Flight Intercept Procedures If you are intercepted by U.S. military or law enforcement aircraft, remain predictable. Do not adjust your altitude, heading, or airspeed until directed to by the intercepting aircraft. An intercepted aircraft must, without delay:
When do aircraft paths do not intersect in approach course?
Provided that aircraft flight paths do not intersect, when the provisions of subparagraphs (a) or (b) are met, it is not necessary to apply any other type of separation with aircraft on the adjacent final approach course.
What’s the maximum interception angle for a helicopter?
Approach Course Interception Angle Distance from interception point to approach gate Maximum interception angle Less than 2 miles or triple simultaneous ILS/MLS approaches in use 20 degrees 2 miles or more 30 degrees (45 degrees for helicopters)