In
aviation, an
Aeronautical Information Publication (or
AIP) is defined by the
International Civil Aviation Organization as a publication issued by or with the authority of a state and containing
aeronautical information of a lasting character essential to
air navigation. It is designed to be a manual containing thorough details of regulations, procedures and other information pertinent to flying aircraft in the particular country to which it relates. It is usually issued by or on behalf of the respective civil aviation administration.