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Aviation abbreviation

# Instrument Approach Procedures

IAP

ABBR · Flying skills

At a glance

## Meaning of Instrument Approach Procedures

IAP stands for Instrument Approach Procedures in FAA terminology.

### More about Instrument Approach Procedures

This abbreviation is used in flying and flight procedures. The English reference lists Instrument Approach Procedures with the abbreviation IAP.

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

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