Standard instrument departure (SID)

{
  "id": "MLC-T-AVN-000930",
  "term": "Standard instrument departure (SID)",
  "field": "Aviation and air traffic control",
  "definition": "A preplanned instrument flight rule (IFR) air traffic control (ATC) departure procedure printed for pilot/controller use in graphic form to provide obstacle clearance and a transition from the terminal area to the appropriate en route structure. SIDs are primarily designed for system enhancement to expedite traffic flow and to reduce pilot/controller workload. ATC clearance must always be received prior to flying a SID.",
  "abbreviation": "SID",
  "see_also": [
    "IFR takeoff minimums and departure procedures",
    "Obstacle departure procedure (ODP)"
  ],
  "references": [
    "AIM",
    "FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/aviation/standard-instrument-departure-sid/"
}