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AFMAN 11-217V1 3 JANUARY 2005<br />

Figure 13.16. Procedure Track Approach (Arc to Radial).<br />

13.9.4.1.2. CAUTION: Maximum designed obstacle clearance is based on your<br />

ability to maintain the course centerline; you must use your position orientation<br />

and your judgment to determine when to descend while attempting to intercept the<br />

procedural track.<br />

13.9.4.2. Teardrop. Where a teardrop is depicted, do not descend from the turn<br />

altitude until you are established on the inbound segment of the procedural track.<br />

13.10. RNAV (GPS) Entry Procedures Via the Terminal Arrival Area (TAA). Entry for<br />

RNAV (GPS) approaches is normally accomplished via the TAA. Entry may be<br />

accomplished either via a NoPT routing, or via a course reversal maneuver if depicted.<br />

13.10.1. Objective. The objective of the TAA is to provide a seamless transition from<br />

the en route structure to the terminal environment for arriving aircraft equipped with<br />

Flight Management System (FMS) and/or Global Positioning System (GPS) navigational<br />

equipment. The TAA will not be found on all RNAV procedures, particularly in areas of

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