Chart Wise: Vero Beach RNAV GPS Rwy 12R

Here are the winds and limits to note when reaching this small coastal Florida city.

Jason Blair

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 08:00 AM ET

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Travis Tingle

Vero Beach, Florida, offers miles and miles of pristine beaches. [Adobe Stock]

Key Takeaways:

The RNAV GPS Runway 12 approach to Vero Beach is frequently used due to prevailing easterly winds.
Pilots can avoid executing a procedure turn by sequencing onto the approach using specific Initial Approach Fixes (IAFs) like MRINO or BLDOG.
The approach features very low LPV and LNAV minimums (down to 256 ft AGL) and low circling minimums (as low as 536 ft AGL), requiring pilots to be prepared for close proximity to the ground and urban areas.
The missed approach procedure directs pilots 11 miles over the ocean at 2,000 ft, which is a relatively low altitude and may necessitate requesting alternative instructions from ATC if uncomfortable.

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The small city of Vero Beach in South Florida offers renowned beaches, fishing, and golf courses, and also serves as the headquarters for Piper Aircraft. For pilots on their way to enjoy the area’s coastline, here is a look at the RNAV GPS Runway 12 approach to get in when the weather isn’t quite VFR.

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