Home Products and Services Maps and Geospatial Information Map Products 1:500 000 ICAO World Aeronautical Charts

1:500 000 ICAO World Aeronautical Charts

The 1:500 000 Topographical base map is used as a background and the latest aeronautical information is overprinted in brilliant blue. The Aeronautical Chart is produced in accordance with International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) requirements. This series consists of 23 map sheets, each generally covering an area of 2º latitude and 4º longitude. Heights are depicted in feet. This map is used for route planning and is suitable for pilots flying (VFR) Visual Flight Rules.

The International Civil Aviation Organisation prescribes the rules and regulations regarding aeronautical information shown on these charts such as navigational aids, air routes etc.1:500 000 Topographical base map International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO)

Projection: Lambert Conformal Conic with 2 standard parallels
Sheets north of latitude 25º South: 17º30' South and 23º30'South
Sheets south of latitude 25º South: 26º40' South and 33º20'South
Sheet area covered: 2º x4º (generally)
Ellipsoid: WGS84