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June 15, 2014

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (06.15.14): Glideslope Intercept Altitude

Glideslope Intercept Altitude The minimum altitude to intercept the glideslope/path on a precision approach. The intersection of the published intercept altitude with the glideslope/path, designated on Government charts by the lightning bolt symbol, is the precision FAF; however, when the approach chart shows an alternative lower glideslope intercept altitude, and ATC directs a lower altitude, the resultant lower intercept position is then the FAF.

Aero Linx: National EMS Pilots Association Formed in 1984, NEMSPA helps EMS helicopter and fixed-wing pilots to keep abreast of current industry issues, thereby contributing to each flight program that has NEMSPA members. In order to promote issues relevant to the aeromedical industry, NEMSPA: participates in various meetings, seminars and summits collaborates with organizations and government entities actively supports relevant initiatives and programs publishes and contributes to journals, videos, position papers and other publications.

“Cannes Airshow brings together hundreds of aviation enthusiasts from all over Europe, especially from France, Italy and Switzerland. We are glad to present the TBM 900 to the market and get the public to discover many improvements in performance, eco-efficiency and comfort. The low noise level places the TBM 900 in the ‘quiet’ category, which is definitely key to access some sensitive airports, such as Cannes.” Source: Nicolas Chabbert, the Senior Vice President of Daher-Socata’s Airplane Business Unit, in comments made as Daher-Socata showcased a TBM 900 at the Cannes AirShow on the French Riviera for the first time.