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Aviation abbreviation

# glide path angle

GPA

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At a glance

## Meaning of glide path angle

GPA stands for glide path angle in FAA terminology.

### More about glide path angle

This abbreviation is used in air navigation. The English reference lists glide path angle with the abbreviation GPA.

FAA abbreviations reflect US aviation usage. Their meaning and permitted use can differ in documents from other countries.

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