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title: "Two-dimensional (2D) instrument approach operation — EASA Definition · Avioverse"
description: "FCL.010, Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011: “Two-dimensional (2D) instrument approach operation” means an instrument approach operation using lateral…"
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# Two-dimensional (2D) instrument approach operation

EASA defines “Two-dimensional (2D) instrument approach operation” in one regulation. The wording below is reproduced verbatim from the EASA Easy Access Rules, with a link to the paragraph it comes from.

> “Two-dimensional (2D) instrument approach operation” means an instrument approach operation using lateral navigation guidance only.

FCL.010 · Aircrew · Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011 · Easy Access Rules, 25 Nov 2025 revision · [Read FCL.010](https://avioverse.aero/regulations/easa/aircrew/part-fcl/subpart-a#fcl-010)

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