Plan de vuelo (FPL: Flight Plan)
Definición
A document filed with air traffic control detailing the intended route, altitude, and timing of a flight
Términos relacionados
Aerovía (AWY: Airway)
A defined corridor of airspace connecting two navigation points, used for en-route travel
Autorización ATC (Clearance)
An authorization from ATC for an aircraft to proceed under specified conditions
Tira de progreso del vuelo (Flight Progress Strip)
A paper or electronic record displaying essential information about an individual flight
Aviso para las misiones aéreas (NOTAM: Notice to Air Missions)
A notice filed with aviation authorities to alert pilots of hazards or changes along a flight route
Punto de ruta (WPT: Waypoint)
A specified geographical location used to define an aircraft's navigation route
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