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How to Read an IFR Approach Chart

Pilot Institute

The descent profile. However, if you look at the requirements section, youll find that you also need Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) if youre entering from a particular waypoint. Flying at MSA guarantees at least 1,000 feet of obstacle clearance. This perspective makes the descent path easier to understand.