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DF GUIDANCE [1 record]

Record 1 2012-07-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Air Traffic Control
  • Air Navigation Aids
DEF

Headings provided to aircraft by facilities equipped with direction-finding equipment.

OBS

These headings, if followed, will lead the aircraft to a predetermined point, such as the radio direction-finding station or an airport. DF [direction finder] guidance is given to aircraft in distress or to other aircraft that request the service.

OBS

DF guidance; DF steer: terms and definition standardized by the Glossary for Pilots and Air Traffic Services Personnel Committee.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Circulation et trafic aériens
  • Aides à la navigation aérienne
DEF

Caps donnés à un aéronef par une installation pourvue d'équipement radiogoniométrique.

OBS

Ces caps, s'ils sont suivis, amèneront l'aéronef vers un point préétabli tel que la station radiogoniométrique ou un aéroport. Le service de guidage radiogoniométrique est fourni aux aéronefs en détresse ou aux aéronefs qui le demandent.

OBS

guidage radiogoniométrique; guidage DF : termes et définition normalisés par le Comité sur le Glossaire à l'intention des pilotes et du personnel des services de la circulation aérienne.

Spanish

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