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Figure 14.6. Charted Visual Flight Procedure.
14.8. Converging Approaches (Figure 14.7). Converging approaches provide procedures
for conducting simultaneous precision instrument approaches (normally ILS) to converging
runways. Converging runways are defined as runways having a 15° to 100° angle between
them. In simpler terms, if the runways are pointed at each other (extended centerlines
intersect) they are converging runways and procedures must be established to de-conflict
possible simultaneous missed approaches.
14.8.1. Procedures. Converging approaches are implemented when the volume and
complexity of aircraft operations require the use of simultaneous converging instrument
approaches. These approaches are specifically designed to ensure traffic deconfliction
during all phases of the arrival procedure. Converging approaches are labeled as
"converging" and ATC clearance must specify this type of approach. Theoretically no
operational hardships on users and control facilities will result from these operations.
14.8.2. Differences. There are two subtle differences found in converging approaches
that a pilot must be aware of. The missed approach departure instruction printed on the