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RVR is the distance over which a pilot can see runway surface markings or lights, crucial for takeoff and landing in low visibility conditions. The MAA is the highest altitude approved for use on a particular airspace or route segment to ensure safe separation from terrain and other traffic.

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RVR

runway visual range

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Key Terms

Term
Definition

RVR

runway visual range

MAA

maximum authorized altitude

MCA

minimum crossing altitude

MEA

minimum enroute altitude

MOCA

minimum obstacle clearance altitude

MRA

minimum reception altitude

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TermDefinition

RVR

runway visual range

MAA

maximum authorized altitude

MCA

minimum crossing altitude

MEA

minimum enroute altitude

MOCA

minimum obstacle clearance altitude

MRA

minimum reception altitude

MDA

minimum descent altitude

DA or DH

decision altitude or decision height

IAP

instrument approach procedure

REIL

runway end identifier lights

RAIL

runway approach indicator lights

HIRL

high intensity runway lights

MIRL

medium intensity runway lights

RCO

remote communications outlet

ARTCC

air route traffic control center

STAR

standard terminal arrival

SID

standard instrument departure

COP

changeover point