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Approach plate
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Approach Plates is a common term used to describe the printed procedures that pilots use to fly approaches during IFR operations. These procedures are available for a nominal fee from the government, as well as through private publishers. One such publisher is Jeppesen.
Approach Plates are vital for a safe arrival during IMC, as they contain the specific waypoints and altitudes necessary to line aircraft up with a designated runway for landing.
Due to their importance, approach plates are published with expiration dates and are updated on a frequent basis. Pilots are responsible for maintaining a current set, and penalties are levied if a pilot is caught using expired plates during a flight in which they are required.
