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Aeronautical Chart Users’ Guide

FAA Chart Users’ Guide Version 9 July 2026

VFR Flyway Planning Charts

Searchable VFR Flyway Planning Chart symbols and explanations for pilots.

FAA aeronautical chart visual associated with “International” (source page 48).
International — source page 48.

International

HYDROGRAPHY

Shorelines

FAA aeronautical chart visual associated with “Hydrography — shoreline symbols” (source page 48).
Hydrography — shoreline symbols — source page 48.

RELIEF

FAA aeronautical chart visual associated with “Spot elevation / mountain-peak example — 6,504 ft” (source page 48).
Spot elevation / mountain-peak example — 6,504 ft — source page 48.

Spot Elevations

Position Accurate
Mountain Peaks
CULTURE Railroads Single and Multiple Tracks Populated Places Built-up Areas Towns BOUNDARIES International HYDROGRAPHY Shorelines RELIEF Spot Elevations Position Accurate Mountain Peaks Roads Dual-Lane Divided Highway Primary Prominent Pictorials Power Transmission Lines Landmarks Reservoirs Major Lakes and Rivers