Which type of waypoint is the AGHAN fix?

The AGHAN fix is classified as a fly-by waypoint. A fly-by waypoint is characterized by requiring a turn to be made before reaching the waypoint, allowing the aircraft to achieve the desired course while minimizing the potential for overshooting the waypoint. This type of waypoint is designed to facilitate a smooth transition between flight segments, making it efficient for navigation and helping to maintain optimal flight paths.

In the context of instrument navigation, using a fly-by waypoint promotes continuous flight management and helps pilots avoid unnecessary workload during critical phases of flight, such as approach or en route navigation. This characteristic makes fly-by waypoints more common in modern air traffic management and navigation systems.

Other types of waypoints, such as fly-over waypoints, do not allow for turns prior to reaching them and require the aircraft to fly directly over the point before making a turn. Mandatory reporting points require pilots to report their positions to ATC when passing these points, and waypoints without altitude restrictions do not impose specific altitude requirements, which does not pertain to why AGHAN is classified as a fly-by waypoint.