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Lateral Navigation (LNAV)

Azimuth navigation without positive vertical guidance. This type of navigation is associated with nonprecision approach procedures or en route.

Dictionary Term

Lateral Navigation (LNAV)

Definition

  • Azimuth navigation without positive vertical guidance. This type of navigation is associated with nonprecision approach procedures or en route.

References

  • Instrument Procedures Handbook · Federal Aviation Administration · 2017