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Aviation abbreviation

# Vertical Navigation

ABBR · Navigation

At a glance

## Meaning of Vertical Navigation

Vertical guidance along a calculated flight profile.

### More about Vertical Navigation

VNAV supports the planned vertical path and associated altitude or speed constraints within the system's capabilities.

It differs from LNAV, which addresses the lateral route. The crew remains responsible for checking clearances, mode behaviour and whether the planned profile can be followed.

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