How is the highest obstacle on an approach plate identified?

How is the highest obstacle on an approach plate identified?

• A. Jeppesen charts include a conspicuous arrow pointing toward the obstacle
• B. A circled cross near the obstacle
• C. A thick shaded area around the obstacle
• D. A bold label listing the obstacle height

Answer: (A)

On Jeppesen approach charts, the highest obstacle along the approach path is highlighted with a conspicuous arrow aimed at the obstacle. This visual cue makes it quick and easy to spot the most restrictive obstruction you must consider when planning the final approach and verifying obstacle clearance. The arrow directs attention to the critical obstacle so you can cross-check it against required minimums and altitude restrictions. Other visual marks aren’t used for this purpose on Jeppesen plates. A circled cross, a thick shaded area, or a bold height label are not the standard means of identifying the highest obstacle, so they wouldn’t reliably indicate which obstacle poses the greatest risk along the approach.

On Jeppesen approach charts, the highest obstacle along the approach path is highlighted with a conspicuous arrow aimed at the obstacle. This visual cue makes it quick and easy to spot the most restrictive obstruction you must consider when planning the final approach and verifying obstacle clearance. The arrow directs attention to the critical obstacle so you can cross-check it against required minimums and altitude restrictions.

Other visual marks aren’t used for this purpose on Jeppesen plates. A circled cross, a thick shaded area, or a bold height label are not the standard means of identifying the highest obstacle, so they wouldn’t reliably indicate which obstacle poses the greatest risk along the approach.