Definition

Vectoring. Provision of navigational guidance to aircraft in the form of specific headings, based on the use of an ATS surveillance system.

Source: ICAO Doc 4444: PANS-ATM

Description

In addition to the uses described in the basic controller techniques article, vectoring can be provided to arriving aircraft for the purpose of establishing an expeditious and efficient approach sequence. This can be used as an alternative to standard arrivals when deemed appropriate by the controller. Examples of such situations are: