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TOUCHDOWN ZONE

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The first 3,000 feet of the runway beginning at the threshold. The area is used for determination of Touchdown Zone Elevation in the development of straight-in landing minimums for instrument approaches.

Source FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary · checked 2026-08-25

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