Plain English Meaning
A small cross-shaped symbol on the approach chart that shows exactly where you start the final descent to the runway on a non-precision approach.
Full Definition
A four-pointed cross marking shown on an instrument approach chart's profile view to identify the precise point where a non-precision approach procedure transitions from the intermediate segment to the final approach segment. It marks the Final Approach Fix (FAF) and indicates where the pilot begins the final descent toward the runway.
Context Anchor
Seen in the profile view of , especially on nonprecision .