Runway Types

Non Instrument Runway

A runway intended for the operation of aircraft using visual approach procedures, or an instrument approach procedure down to a height above aerodrome not lower than 500 feet.

Non-Precision Runway

A runway served by instrument navigation aids that provide at least lateral guidance adequate for an instrument approach procedure down to a HAT lower than 500 feet but not lower than 250 feet.

Precision Runway

A runway served by instrument navigation aids that provide lateral and vertical guidance adequate for an instrument approach procedure down to a HAT lower than 250 feet.

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