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Scenario 4: What do the letters 'DA' and 'H' represent on an RNAV (GPS) approach chart?
On an RNAV (GPS) approach chart, 'DA' stands for Decision Altitude and 'H' for Decision Height. These are critical minimums for go-around decisions during an in
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Question: Scenario 4: What do the letters 'DA' and 'H' represent on an RNAV (GPS) approach chart?
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- Departure Altitude and Holding Altitude ✅ Decision Altitude and Height
- Descent Angle and Horizontal distance
- Dead-reckoning Altitude and Heading
Correct answer: Decision Altitude and Height
Explanation: On an RNAV (GPS) approach chart, 'DA' stands for Decision Altitude and 'H' for Decision Height. These are critical minimums for go-around decisions during an instrument approach. The correct answer is "Decision Altitude and Height". This capacity-fill scenario 4 reinforces the same competency for the inrat bank and follows the certified explanation standard.
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