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VFR Chart Types and Scales

Definition

SECTIONAL: 1:500,000 (1" ≈ 6.86 NM) • Most common VFR chart • Updated every 56 days TAC (Terminal Area): 1:250,000 (1" ≈ 3.43 NM) • Greater detail for busy terminal areas WORLD AERONAUTICAL (WAC): 1:1,000,000 • For long-distance navigation • Less detail

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