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Global landing system (GLS)

An instrument approach with lateral and vertical guidance with integrity limits (similar to barometric vertical navigation (BARO VNAV).

Dictionary Term

Global landing system (GLS)

Definition

  • An instrument approach with lateral and vertical guidance with integrity limits (similar to barometric vertical navigation (BARO VNAV).

References

  • Airplane Flying Handbook · Federal Aviation Administration · 2021