: Hard surface runways are depicted with bold lines, while non-hard surfaces use lighter patterns.
| | Meaning | |---------------------------|-----------------------------------------------| | (A) next to altitude | Altitude in feet above airport (AGL) | | Hatched circle around fix | FAF or stepdown fix for non-precision | | “D” in a square | DME required (even if not otherwise stated) | | Crosshatched terrain | Obstruction clearance not guaranteed | | “COP” | Change-over point between VORs | | Thin dashed line | Airway boundary or missing radar coverage | jeppesen chart legend
Note: This article is based on Jeppesen general symbology as of the 2023-2025 publication cycles. Always refer to the official Jeppesen Chart Legend booklet included with your subscription for specific regional variations and updates. : Hard surface runways are depicted with bold
The Jeppesen Airway Manual contains the official legend, which is divided into several specialized categories to help pilots quickly decode symbols and abbreviations during different phases of flight. 1. Approach Chart Legend (The Briefing Strip) The Jeppesen Airway Manual contains the official legend,
If you see a next to the chart title (e.g., "ILS 27L (T)"), the legend confirms this is a "GPS overlay" or a "RNAV Required" approach. Without a functioning GPS (or certified RNAV system), you cannot legally fly this approach, even with traditional radios.
The Jeppesen legend starts with color theory. Jeppesen uses a specific palette to create a visual hierarchy:
Using the legend, a pilot can tell exactly what airspace they are entering: