Approach gate

{
  "id": "MLC-T-AVN-000105",
  "term": "Approach gate",
  "field": "Aviation and air traffic control",
  "definition": "An imaginary point used within ATC as a basis for vectoring aircraft to the final approach course. The gate will be established along the final approach course 1 mile from the final approach fix on the side away from the airport and will be no closer than 5 miles from the landing threshold.",
  "references": [
    "FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/aviation/approach-gate/"
}