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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (06.24.25): Intermediate Fix/Initial Approach Waypoint

Aero-Terms!

Aero-Terms are designed to be a daily reminder of the terms, names, acronyms and explanations of the unique language that populates the aviation world. Aerospace, sport aviation, fixed wing, helo, you name it... it's all fair game.

Aero-Terms should serve as a quick but intriguing reminder of the terms you may use every day, or an introduction to an aspects of the Aero-World you may not yet be familiar with. ANN also encourages readers to go beyond the FMI link, and further research any intriguing terms.

Suggestions for future Aero-Terms are ALWAYS welcome, as are additions or discussion of the explanations given for each Aero-Term.

IF/IAWP- Intermediate Fix/Initial Approach Waypoint

The waypoint where the final approach course of a T approach meets the crossbar of the T. When designated (in conjunction with a TAA) this waypoint will be used as an IAWP when approaching the airport from certain directions, and as an IFWP when beginning the approach from another IAWP.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (06.24.25): Intermediate Fix/Initial Approach Waypoint

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IF/IAWP- Intermediate Fix/Initial Approach Waypoint

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