The profile view symbol 'v' denotes Visual Descent Point.

The profile view symbol 'v' denotes Visual Descent Point.

• A. Visual Descent Point
• B. Vertical Alignment Point
• C. VOR Intersection
• D. Velocity Check Point

Answer: (A)

The symbol marks the point on the final approach profile where you may start a normal descent from the published minimum descent altitude to the runway if you have the required visual references. This is used on non-precision approaches to indicate when the descent to landing can begin visually, provided you can see the runway environment and required cues. Starting the descent at this point helps ensure you have enough clearance to reach the runway safely along a standard descent path. If you don’t have the necessary visuals by then, you remain at the MDA or proceed with a missed approach as published. This symbol is specific to the Visual Descent Point and is not used for VOR intersections or other types of fixes.

The symbol marks the point on the final approach profile where you may start a normal descent from the published minimum descent altitude to the runway if you have the required visual references. This is used on non-precision approaches to indicate when the descent to landing can begin visually, provided you can see the runway environment and required cues. Starting the descent at this point helps ensure you have enough clearance to reach the runway safely along a standard descent path. If you don’t have the necessary visuals by then, you remain at the MDA or proceed with a missed approach as published. This symbol is specific to the Visual Descent Point and is not used for VOR intersections or other types of fixes.