The Jeppesen Instrument Procedures Guide offers insights into the rapidly evolving technologies emerging in the IFR environment, such as: Global Positioning System (GPS), Local and Wide Area Augmentation System (LAAS & WAAS), Reduced Vertical Separation Minimums (RVSM) and more. Thorough coverage of IFR operations in the National Airspace System, all regimes of IFR flight (takeoff, departure, enroute, arrival, approach and landing) and safety-related human factors discussions are also included. The text emphasizes airplane operations but also includes guidelines specific to helicopter instrument procedures.