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FDC NOTAM
A Flight Data Center NOTAM that publishes regulatory information such as changes to instrument approach procedures, chart amendments, and temporary flight restrictions. FDC NOTAMs are distinct from airport/facility (D) NOTAMs and must be reviewed in preflight planning.
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