Plain English Meaning
A step-by-step plan a pilot uses when they don't know where they are, designed to get help and figure out their location safely.
Full Definition
A pre-planned set of actions a pilot follows when they become uncertain of their position during flight, typically including climbing for better radio and radar reception, conserving fuel, attempting to identify landmarks, tuning navigation aids, and contacting air traffic control or another facility for assistance.
Context Anchor
Used in flight training, especially during navigation lessons and error recovery discussions, when a pilot becomes unsure of the aircraft’s location.