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World Aeronautical Charts (WAC)

Definitions

  • A standard series of aeronautical charts covering land areas of the world at a size and scale convenient for navigation (1:1,000,000) by moderate speed aircraft. Topographic information includes cities and towns, principal roads, railroads, distincti

References

  • Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
    Federal Aviation Administration ยท 2023