Aviation Dictionary

Approach Gate

An imaginary point used by ATC to vector aircraft to the final approach course. The approach gate is established along the final approach course 1 NM from the final approach fix (FAF) on the side away from the airport a…

Dictionary Term

Approach Gate

Definition

An imaginary point used by ATC to vector aircraft to the final approach course. The approach gate is established along the final approach course 1 NM from the final approach fix (FAF) on the side away from the airport and is located no closer than 5 NM from the landing threshold.

References

Instrument Procedures Handbook · Federal Aviation Administration · 2017