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Elements related to missed approach procedures, including reference to standby or backu...
Elements related to missed approach procedures, including reference to standby or backup instruments.
Bottom line
A missed approach is a maneuver flown when an instrument approach cannot be completed to a landing. Under 14 CFR 91.175(e), each pilot operating an aircraft, except a military aircraft of the United States, must immediately execute an appropriate missed approach procedure when either of two conditions exists. In the event of electrical failure, the pilot still has emergency instruments as a backup; these either do not require electrical power or, like many attitude indicators, are battery equipped.
FAA references
- IFH Glossary (p. G-12) — FAA-H-8083-15B
- 14 CFR 91.175 (Takeoff and landing under IFR.) — eCFR current as of 2026-03-05
- IFH ch. 6 (p. 6-16) — FAA-H-8083-15B
- 14 CFR 97.3 (Symbols and terms used in procedures.) — eCFR current as of 2026-03-05
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