Pre-Departure Route

A Pre-Departure Route refers to the planned flight path that an aircraft follows before it officially leaves the airport. It helps pilots navigate safely and efficiently from the runway into the airspace. This route is important for managing traffic and ensuring that planes take off in an orderly manner, reducing the risk of accidents. It involves specific waypoints and altitudes that pilots need to adhere to, which helps air traffic controllers maintain a smooth flow of aircraft both on the ground and in the sky right after takeoff.