Where can the graphic depiction of a SID/STAR be found on a chart?

The graphic depiction of a Standard Instrument Departure (SID) or Standard Terminal Arrival Route (STAR) can be found in the Planview Section of an instrument approach chart. The Planview Section provides a top-down view of the route, allowing pilots to visualize the paths they will take for departures or arrivals. This includes the waypoints, airways, and any procedural turns that are part of the SID or STAR.

The Planview Section is crucial for pilots as it assists them in understanding the geographical layout of the flight path in relation to the surrounding airspace and to any obstacles. It serves as a primary source of reference for navigation during the initial and final phases of flight, where adherence to defined routes is essential for maintaining safe air traffic flow.

While the Profile Section offers detailed vertical information about the route's altitude and procedures, it is not where the graphic depiction is primarily visualized; rather, it supplements the visual information that pilots need for vertical navigation. The other sections, such as the Departure Section and Arrival Section, may provide narrative instructions or procedural details, but the Planview is specifically designed for the graphical visualization of these routes.