Aviation Dictionary

FLY HEADING (DEGREES)

Informs the pilot of the heading he/she should fly. The pilot may have to turn to, or continue on, a specific compass direction in order to comply with the instructions. The pilot is expected to turn in the shorter dire...

Dictionary Term

FLY HEADING (DEGREES)

Definition

Informs the pilot of the heading he/she should fly. The pilot may have to turn to, or continue on, a specific compass direction in order to comply with the instructions. The pilot is expected to turn in the shorter direction to the heading unless otherwise instructed by ATC.

References

Pilot Controller Glossary, Federal Aviation Administration, 2023