Flight Plan (FPL)
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Definition
A document filed with air traffic control detailing the intended route, altitude, and timing of a flight
Related Terms
Airway (AWY)
A defined corridor of airspace connecting two navigation points, used for en-route travel
Clearance
An authorization from ATC for an aircraft to proceed under specified conditions
Flight Progress Strip
A paper or electronic record displaying essential information about an individual flight
Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM)
A notice filed with aviation authorities to alert pilots of hazards or changes along a flight route
Waypoint (WPT)
A specified geographical location used to define an aircraft's navigation route
Mentioned In
How Flight Routes Are Planned: Airways, Waypoints, and Navigation
…on current NOTAMs or special circumstances. The filed flight plan is a standardized document submitted to air traffic…
Becoming a Commercial Pilot
…(V-speeds, takeoff thrust settings, obstacle clearance), flight plan filing and confirmation, aircraft walkaround (conducted by…
Airline Dispatcher: The Invisible Pilot
…primary deliverable — the Dispatch Release or Operational Flight Plan that authorizes the crew to operate the flight and…