Diverse vector area

{
  "id": "MLC-T-AVN-000336",
  "term": "Diverse vector area",
  "field": "Aviation and air traffic control",
  "definition": "In a radar environment, that area in which a prescribed departure route is not required as the only suitable route to avoid obstacles. The area in which random radar vectors below the MVA/MIA, established in accordance with the TERPS criteria for diverse departures, obstacles and terrain avoidance, may be issued to departing aircraft.",
  "abbreviation": "DVA",
  "references": [
    "FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/aviation/diverse-vector-area/"
}