Simultaneous Independent and Dependent
Parallel Instrument Approaches
February 2007
Dr. S. Vincent Massimini, The MITRE Corporation
ABSTRACT
The Federal Aviation Administration has successfully conducted simultaneous independent
approaches to parallel runways for over 40 years using Instrument Landing System (ILS)
navigation and terminal radar monitoring. Parallel dependent approaches have also been
conducted for many years. Recent advances in navigation and surveillance have sparked interest
in reviewing the current standards for these approaches. This paper will attempt to describe the
process that led to the current standards, including relevant assumptions, testing, and
methodology. Future work will identify the most promising assumptions for further review.
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