Glossary Navigation & Airspace

Standard Instrument Departure (SID)

Definition

A published flight procedure followed by aircraft departing an airport on an instrument flight plan

Related Terms

Clearance

An authorization from ATC for an aircraft to proceed under specified conditions

Climb

The phase of flight where an aircraft gains altitude after takeoff

Standard Terminal Arrival Route (STAR)

A published flight procedure followed by aircraft arriving at an airport

Takeoff

The phase of flight in which an aircraft accelerates and becomes airborne

Waypoint (WPT)

A specified geographical location used to define an aircraft's navigation route

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Standard Instrument Departure (SID)?

A published flight procedure followed by aircraft departing an airport on an instrument flight plan

What does SID stand for?

SID stands for Standard Instrument Departure (SID). A published flight procedure followed by aircraft departing an airport on an instrument flight plan

How does Standard Instrument Departure (SID) relate to other aviation concepts?

Standard Instrument Departure (SID) is closely related to Clearance and Climb, among other key aviation concepts.

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