Jeppesen Chart |top| Jun 2026

In this post, we’ll break down the anatomy of the Jeppesen chart, why pilots pay a premium for them, and how to interpret the most critical plate of all: the Instrument Approach Procedure (IAP).

Every chart is divided into distinct sections designed for a logical flow during a flight: 1. The Header & Briefing Strip jeppesen chart

: A Jepp chart for London looks the same as one for Tokyo. In this post, we’ll break down the anatomy

| Feature | Jeppesen Chart | Government Chart (FAA) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Identical format worldwide. | Varies wildly by country (ICAO vs. local). | | Terrain Shading | Aggressive, intuitive contouring (dark green to brown). | Minimal, often just hashed lines. | | Approach Briefing | Top-down "Briefing Strip" consolidates data. | Data scattered throughout the plate. | | Missed Approach | Depicted in a distinct, bold profile line. | Often textual, easier to misinterpret. | | Cost | Expensive (subscription based). | Free or low cost. | | Feature | Jeppesen Chart | Government Chart